Health News For South West
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Grey Bruce Health Unit
Grey Bruce Health Unit Issues Public Assistance Request
The Grey Bruce Health Unit is seeking assistance from the public in finding the owner of a dog involved in a biting incident that occurred in Walkerton.
On the morning of Friday, April 11, a girl walking to school near the corner of Hinks Street and Johnstone Blvd. was bitten by a dog being walked by a man. The man continued walking. The dog is described as medium-sized, mixed breed, with black and white markings.
Staff of the Grey Bruce Health Unit need to confirm that the dog is not infectious with rabies. By verifying the health of the dog, the victim can avoid receiving the postexposure rabies treatment. If you have any information related to this incident, please contact the Grey Bruce Health Unit at 519-376-9420.
Media Contact:
Bob Hart
Program Manager
Grey Bruce Health Unit
519-376-9420 or 1-800-263-3456 ext 1279
B.Hart@publichealthgreybruce.on.ca
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