Elderly man possibly infected from dog bite, Roopville GA


A 70-year-old man near GA-5 reported a dog bite from several days ago that may be infected. Emergency medical services responded and provided counseling. The man plans to get further care at home. The situation is under observation with no additional action reported.
Audio|Source: Carroll County Sheriff, Carrollton Police and Fire
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Transcript:
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Dispatch 45, near GA-5,
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Near GA-5, EMS Zone 5, sick person.
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Clear.
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If I responded near GA-5, EMS Zone 5, sick person, 70-year-old male currently counseled bringing a letter.
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He is advising that he was bit by a dog 4 to 5 days ago, and I don't think that it is possibly infected. He is going to get a house, nothing further.
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Location mentioned:
Near GA-5, Roopville, GA 30170
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