Peanut the squirrel, dog bites, and cat scratches: Protecting against animal bites
The internet sensation Peanut the squirrel was recently euthanized because he allegedly bit somebody, and he had to be tested for rabies. This unfortunate event sheds light on the importance of keeping people and pets safe, particularly around the holidays when visiting family and friends.
Join us in this episode of Medical History Mysteries as we talk about the general guidelines for treating animal bites, drug sensitivities, antibiotic regimens, and what we can do to mitigate the risk of animal bites.
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