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What do i do if i live in la county, have no insurance, got bit by a skunk (need rabies shots and haven't captured it), and no hospital will accept me?
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ER?: I would be surprised if an er turned you away with the above story (also if you are 16 years old there may be insurance you actually qualify for). If a small er turns you away, try one associated with a medical center. Good luck.
Answered 8/26/2013
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Contact health dept: There are resources you can find through www.Cdc.Gov/rabies. The local la county health department contagious disease office is listed as 888-397-3778 with a web listing at http://lapublichealth.Org/acd/cdrs.Htm. Many hospitals quit carrying the material due to shortages in the spring, but supplies are now up and the county health department can help you locate it if needed.
Answered 12/9/2013
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