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23Jan 2025

India’s Snakebite Crisis: Antivenoms and Lifesaving Solutions

Why in the news? India’s snakebite crisis claims around 58,000 lives annually. Antivenoms play a crucial role in treating venom, but challenges like rural healthcare access, high costs, and cultural practices hinder effective treatment, requiring urgent improvements in infrastructure and awareness. The Snakebite Crisis in India: India, known as the “snakebite capital of the world,” …

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11Dec 2024

Centre Urges States to Notify Snakebite Cases

Why in the news? The Union Health Ministry has asked states to classify snakebites as a notifiable disease to enhance surveillance, reduce fatalities, and improve treatment through better antivenom distribution and training. Government Push to Make Snakebites Notifiable: The Union Health Ministry has urged states to classify snakebites as a notifiable disease, requiring mandatory reporting …

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