Share Your StoryThe latest California data shows increased rates of emergency room visits, hospitalizations, and deaths from dog bites, with new records set after covid lockdowns. From 2021 to 2022, the number of ER visits in California for dog bites grew 12%, marking the highest yearly total to date. 1 dog demographic for dog bites pit bulls? Dog bites can lead to infections or transmit serious diseases like rabies. This article was produced by KFF Health News, which publishes California Healthline, an editorially independent service of the California Health Care Foundation.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 26, 2024 10:07 UTC