Dogs can be an immense source of pleasure and fun. However, it is important to recognize that any dog can bite. Dog bites are far more common than many people realize. It is estimated that every year, the average American has a 1 in 50 chance of being the victim of a dog bite. Each year, there is an estimated 4.5-4.7 million dog bites in the United States. Of these millions of dog bites every year, one in five becomes infected. An infected dog bite requires prompt medical attention. The bacteria in a dog’s mouth can penetrate the skin and cause infections. Dog bites can be potentially more expensive than more regular injuries. For example, a study from 2010 shows that the average cost of dog bite injuries and related hospital stays were $18,200 higher than average hospital stays. This statistic is 50 percent higher than average. Studies also demonstrate that rural areas see four times as many dog bite-related hospital stays. Dog bites can be complicated ordeals. When you have questions or problems related to your dog bite injury, speak with a personal injury attorney. Learn more at https://www.utahadvocates.com/.
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This infographic offers some information about dog bites in the US. Each point features an associated icon, and the consistent type treatment helps develop visual consistency. Some of the icons could be a bit more cohesive in their style — and with so much data in the copy, a lack of data visualization is noticeable. On that note, the copy is clear and clean but a bit lengthy for the style. Ample white space does help keep a reader's eye from being overwhelmed, but a bit more visual-text balance could help convey the messaging even more effectively. Overall, we'd give this an F.
