Human Rabies Cases: How It Kills and Who Survived

Human Rabies Cases: How It Kills and Who Survived

Author: redrumpodcast April 9, 2026 Duration: 33:04
Rabies is one of the deadliest viruses on Earth, with a fatality rate that is almost 100% once symptoms begin, a disease that can lie dormant for weeks or even months before suddenly, and violently, taking over the brain, leaving doctors with almost no way to stop what comes next.In this episode, we explore the real-life case of Yvonne Ford, a 59 year old grandmother from Barnsley, whose life changed after what seemed like nothing more than a minor scratch from a puppy while on holiday, an injury so small it didn’t even bleed. Months later she developed devastating neurological symptoms that would escalate rapidly, leading to her death in just a matter of days.But her story is only one side of rabies.Because in extremely rare cases, the outcome is different.We also examine the case of Jeanna Giese, a teenager from Wisconsin who became the first person ever known to survive rabies after symptoms had already begun, a case that challenged everything the medical world thought it knew about the virus, and led to the development of an experimental treatment known as the Milwaukee Protocol.Through these two cases, Grace breaks down how rabies is transmitted, why even the smallest scratch can be enough to infect, what really happens inside the body as the virus travels through the nervous system, and why symptoms like hydrophobia are among the most terrifying and unmistakable signs that the disease has reached its final stage.We also explore the rare and controversial cases of survival, including what doctors still don’t understand about why a handful of people live while almost everyone else doesn’t, and why, despite modern medicine, rabies remains one of the most unforgiving infections in the world. Sign up for the free REDRUM newsletter, full of all things true crime, as well as a run down of all the latest REDRUM cases. This will only ever come to you once a month... I'm no fan of spam. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W79H87S⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/redrumtruecrime/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/redrumtruecrime/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/redrumtruecrime⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠redrumtruecrimepodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ COOKIES to look! : ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thiccbakess/⁠⁠⁠⁠ SHOP MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠redrumtruecrime.myshopify.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast versions of all episodes if you prefer to listen on the go: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1FCoeRZQeDkEJ5i8bGuFpy?si=ec5c7c4c945c4952⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you're able, please support me on Patreon/buymeacoffee/YouTube membership to continue bringing REDRUM content to YouTube. Thanks, Grace x Patreon monthly subscription- ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/redrumtruecrime⁠⁠⁠⁠ A one off donation- ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.buymeacoffee.com/redrumhumans⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube monthly membership levels- ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvGzDaluex7D_hPe7exgKhQ/join⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks, Grace x See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Behind every headline is a human story, often lost in the sensational details of the crime itself. REDRUM true crime shifts the focus back to where it belongs, exploring the lives and legacies of those most profoundly affected. Host and writer Grace Cordell guides listeners through a nuanced examination of cases that have left indelible marks, weaving historical context with personal narrative. This isn't just about the what or the who; it's a thoughtful, respectful exploration of the lasting impact on families, communities, and the fabric of society itself. Each episode of this podcast is a standalone deep dive, committed to honoring the truth with integrity and compassion. You'll hear stories told with a clarity that prioritizes dignity over drama, offering a more complete and human understanding of events that are too often simplified. Grace's presentation grounds the narrative in reality, emphasizing that these are not just tales from the past but real events with enduring consequences. Tune in for a series that treats its difficult subject matter with the depth and solemnity it demands, making REDRUM true crime a distinct voice in the genre.
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