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What needs to be done first when one is bitten by a snake?
short by / on Wednesday, 17 December, 2025
Snakebites in India are deadly, but knowing the right steps can save one's life. As per experts, individuals need to stay calm, immobilise the affected limb, avoid harmful home remedies, and rush to a hospital for antivenom. Recording the snake’s appearance can help doctors. Protective clothing and awareness can prevent bites, especially from nocturnal and aggressive snakes like kraits, vipers.
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