Can Rabies Be Transmitted Through A Paper Cut Wound?
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the rabies virus is not a very hardy one and won't survive for long. How much it will survive may depend on various factors including temperature, humidity, etc. In many cases the expected lifespan won't exceed 1 day (less than 24 hours) but it may survive for even a week (under ideal conditions). Getting into contact with saliva from an infected source may transmit rabies to you if it touches your mucosal surfaces or surpasses the skin through a cut.
So if you've had the book for more than 1 day, the chances of getting infected (if a rabid animal had left saliva on it) are very dim. Otherwise post exposure prophylaxis might be required.
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