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Federal Government Supplies Benue State with 100 Vials of Snakebite Antivenom
The Federal Ministry of Health has donated 100 vials of anti-snake venom worth N25 million to Benue State to help reduce fatalities and lower treatment costs for residents.
Two fatalities from snakebites in Taraba community highlight dire medical shortages
Two residents of a remote Taraba State border village have died from snakebites due to a critical lack of access to anti-snake venom and emergency medical care.
Plateau State reports 311 successful snakebite treatments via free anti-venom initiative
Plateau State officials report a 99% success rate in treating 311 snakebite patients through a government-funded anti-venom program, with more supplies secured for the upcoming farming season.
Benue SEMA Urges Public Caution Amid Rising Snakebite Risks
Benue SEMA warns residents to exercise caution during the rainy season following a spike in snakebite cases reported at local hospitals.