WHO going on counterattack against snakebites

A dead venomous snake in Huntington Beach, Calif. A yellow-bellied sea snake from southern Mexico has been discovered on Bolsa Chica beach, California

A yellow-bellied sea snake from southern Mexico has been discovered on Bolsa Chica beach, California Source: The Orange County Register

The World Health Organisation ((WHO)) recently passed a resolution making snakebites a global health priority. Led by a team of scientists from around the world, the W-H-O will now develop a global plan to tackle the issue, including cheaper antidotes and medical training. Aaron reports.



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