Archive · 8 Sep 2025
Punjab Health Officials Issue Snakebite Safety Advisory
During monsoon season, snakebites become more common.
If someone gets bitten by a snake, don't worry!
Quickly go to a government hospital.
There, doctors give free treatment and medicine to help you.
Many snakes aren't poisonous, so it's important to get checked.
Don't go to people who aren't doctors for help.
Keep the part of your body that was bitten still, remove tight clothes, and call 104 or 108 for help.
Health officials urge residents to seek immediate treatment at government hospitals for snakebites.
Free treatment and anti-venom injections are available at government hospitals.
Civil Surgeon Dr. Sangeeta Jain highlights the presence of venomous snakes in Punjab.
Avoid faith healers and seek professional medical care.
Call health helpline 104 or ambulance services at 108 for assistance.
- Who
- Civil Surgeon Dr. Sangeeta Jain and health officials
- What
- Advisory on snakebite safety
- When
- Monsoon season
- Where
- Punjab
- Why
- To inform and guide the public on snakebite treatment and prevention
- Key Advice
- Seek immediate treatment at government hospitals
- Treatment
- Free anti-venom injections available at government hospitals
- Dangerous Snakes
- Common Krait, Russell’s Viper, Cobra
- Helpline Numbers
- 104 (Health), 108 (Ambulance)
Sources
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