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Top 5 things you need to do if you get bitten by a snake

By December 14, 2020Uncategorized

It’s holiday season and time to watch out for snakes.

Be aware of some first aid for snake bites.

1. Call an ambulance immediately

2. Don’t panic and don’t move

3. Leave the snake alone

4. Apply a pressure immobilisation bandage and splint

5. Don’t wash, suck, cut or tourniquet the bite

Call Triple Zero (000) and ask for an ambulance, or use the Emergency+ app to call an ambulance. 

For more details click on this site:

https://www.health.qld.gov.au/news-events/news/what-to-do-if-you-get-bitten-by-a-snake