#MuzzleTheBite
DOG BITE PREVENTION DISSEMINATION PORTFOLIO
Introduction
As we know, dog bites are easily preventable so-called “accidental injuries”. In the public health space, efforts to spread information regarding the severe potential effects of dog bites as well as easily mitigated these risks are limited at best. For whatever reason this is so, the gap between need and intervention is sufficiently large that a coordinated effort could have a profound effect in our communities. The primary injury associated with the bite is clear but the secondary effects associated with the animal, possible infection risk, and burden on the U.S. healthcare system is less often considered. The diverse range of effects provides a framework for multiple downstream effects to occur if the public health field is better able to communicate and develop preventative strategies for these unintentional injuries.
Here, we #MuzzleTheBite.
TRIFOLD FOR FAMILIES
Trifold for families
This trifold is intended for distribution to the general public to inform them of easy prevention strategies for dog bites, as well as what La County Public Health and The U.S. Government is doing to help them.
TRIFOLD FOR WORKERS
Trifold For Workers
This research brief covers research on methodologies for medically closing bite wounds caused by dogs. Spreading information of this type is essential; if we are able to inform medical professionals regarding preferred methods of wound closure, we can help limit the spread of disease.
SOCIAL MEDIA CAMPAIGN
VIDEO PUBLIC SERVICE aNNOUNCEMENT
SCENE 1:
<dog growling / woofing noise> LA County, do you really know what is causing that barking noise? What might just be a dog playing and barking could also be a sign of a potential dog bite on you or your loved ones?
SCENE 2:
Your local public health department is working night and day to make sure that the appropriate resources are available to you, the community and medical workers to make sure you stay safe and healthy – but more importantly to prevent them from being needed in the first place, and we need your help.
SCENE 3:
Make sure your child keeps a safe distance from unknown animals, and that you keep an eye on them as they’re approaching known animals. Many dog bites are from family pets. Be sure to avoid animals that are sleeping or eating, as they may be more likely to bite you or a loved one.
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Pet owners, make sure your animals are spayed or neutered. Not only does this save you money in pet registration fees, but spayed or neutered animals are less likely to bite human beings.
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If you are bitten, make sure you see a healthcare professional as soon as possible. And make sure you report the bite toll-free to 877-747-2243
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Together, we can help make LA County a safer place for all – both human and animal. Together, we can muzzle the bite.
References
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. (2019). CDC childhood injury report. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/safechild/child_injury_data.html
County of Los Angeles Public Health. (n.d.). Most Dog Bites Preventable. Retrieved from http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/vet/docs/MostDogBitesPreventa ble.pdf
County of Los Angeles Public Health (n.d) Dog Bite Prevention. Retrieved from http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/vet/dogbiteprevention.htm
AUDIO PUBLIC SERVICE aNNOUNCEMENT
<aggressive dog bark sound effect>
LA County, do you really know what is causing that barking noise? The most common accidental injury in children under 10 is dog and animal bites, and that bark doesn’t always occur before a dog may bite you or your child. Prevent these injuries, by keeping a safe distance from unknown dogs, spaying and neutering your pets, and knowing where your children are at all times. Together, we can muzzle the bite
References:
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. (2019). CDC childhood injury report. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/safechild/child_injury_data.html
County of Los Angeles Public Health. (n.d.). Most Dog Bites Preventable. Retrieved from http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/vet/docs/MostDogBitesPreventa ble.pdf
County of Los Angeles Public Health (n.d) Dog Bite Prevention. Retrieved from http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/vet/dogbiteprevention.htm
RESEARCH BRIEF
Research Brief
This research brief covers research on methodologies for medically closing bite wounds caused by dogs. Spreading information of this type is essential; if we are able to inform medical professionals regarding preferred methods of wound closure, we can help limit the spread of disease.
REFERENCES
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Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. (2019). CDC childhood injury report. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/safechild/child_injury_data.html
County of Los Angeles Public Health. (n.d.). Most Dog Bites Preventable. Retrieved from http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/vet/docs/MostDogBitesPreventa ble.pdf
County of Los Angeles Public Health (n.d) Dog Bite Prevention. Retrieved from http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/vet/dogbiteprevention.htm
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