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Anti‑snake venom treatment credited with saving 473 lives in Haryana this year
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 20 Sep 2026, 06:15 AM
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The state health department reports that anti‑snake venom has helped 473 patients survive snakebites in Haryana so far in 2024.
The Haryana health department announced that anti‑snake venom (ASV) has been administered to 473 snake‑bite victims this year, resulting in successful recoveries. The figure, compiled from district hospitals and primary health centres, reflects a concerted effort to improve the availability of ASV across the state.
Officials said the increased stock of ASV, coupled with training of medical staff on timely administration, has been pivotal in reducing mortality from venomous bites. Earlier this year, the department launched a distribution drive to ensure that even remote blocks have adequate supplies.
The department urged the public to seek immediate medical attention after a snake bite and not rely on traditional remedies, emphasizing that prompt ASV treatment remains the most effective lifesaving measure.
Health experts highlighted that while the number of bites remains steady, the improved response mechanisms have markedly lowered the fatality rate, underscoring the importance of sustained supply chains and community awareness.
The state plans to continue monitoring ASV usage and expand outreach programs to further reduce snake‑bite deaths in the coming years.
Officials said the increased stock of ASV, coupled with training of medical staff on timely administration, has been pivotal in reducing mortality from venomous bites. Earlier this year, the department launched a distribution drive to ensure that even remote blocks have adequate supplies.
The department urged the public to seek immediate medical attention after a snake bite and not rely on traditional remedies, emphasizing that prompt ASV treatment remains the most effective lifesaving measure.
Health experts highlighted that while the number of bites remains steady, the improved response mechanisms have markedly lowered the fatality rate, underscoring the importance of sustained supply chains and community awareness.
The state plans to continue monitoring ASV usage and expand outreach programs to further reduce snake‑bite deaths in the coming years.