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The number of snakebite cases has risen substantially following recent floods in Odisha, with the Health Department taking steps on Wednesday to mitigate loss of life due to snakebite. Authorities urged residents in affected districts to seek immediate medical help if bitten.
According to sources, the Director of Public Health, Dr. Nilakantha Mishra, held discussions with District Chief Medical Officers (CDMOs) of Bhadrak, Balasore, and Mayurbhanj districts to ensure increased preparedness.
All Community Health Centres (CHCs) and Primary Health Centres (PHCs) in these districts have been supplied with anti-venom to address the ...