With bug bites on the rise, NBC News medical contributor Dr. John Torres joins TODAY to break down what to know about bug ...

How to avoid dog bites. In order to avoid getting into a risky situation, it’s important to pay attention to dogs’ body language, Naverette said. Fortunately, there are some telltale signs.

Dog bites are sending record numbers of Californians to the emergency room. A recent study from the Department of Health Care Access and Information found that in 2022, the state saw an all-time ...

How to prevent dog bites. Teller said the keys to teaching dogs not to bite are training and socialization. Owners should train their puppies not to bite or nip.

Dog bites led to about 48,600 California emergency room visits in 2022, the highest in at least 18 years. 2022 saw about 125 ER visits for dog bites per 100,000 California residents, about 70% ...

When it comes to dog bites, it’s always better to be safe than sorry. Here are some situations where you should definitely head to the doctor: The bite breaks the skin – Even a small puncture ...