Snake Bite First Aid: What to Do (and What Not to Do)

The full guide is in progress. Outline below.

1. Why every snakebite should be treated as a medical emergency

2. What to do first: distance, calm, call emergency services

3. Pressure-immobilisation: when it helps (and where it's the standard of care)

4. What NOT to do: cutting, sucking, tourniquets, ice, alcohol

5. Identifying the snake without putting yourself at risk

6. How a picture from a safe distance helps responders

7. Country-specific notes: US, Australia, India

8. After the hospital: monitoring, paperwork, follow-up

9. Safety disclaimer and download CTA

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