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Health Tip: Dealing With a Dog Bite
By LadyLively on May 29, 2017
Dog bites happen, even if parents are careful. Knowing the steps to take quickly can help keep your child safe.
Here’s advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics:
- Ask the dog’s owners for their contact information, proof of rabies vaccination and contact information for the dog’s veterinarian.
- As soon as possible, use soap and water to wash the wound.
- Call your child’s pediatrician to ask if the bite needs treatment. The doctor may notify police of the bite. Carry out your pediatrician’s wound care instructions.
- If your child has a severe bite, call 9-1-1 or go to the emergency room.
- If possible, be aware of the last time your child had a tetanus shot, the dog’s vaccination history and any history about whether the dog has bitten before.
Source: HealthDay
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