Tag: Snakebite Research Network
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A paper microfluidic device based colorimetric sensor for the detection and discrimination of elapid versus viper envenomation
Snakebite is a neglected tropical disease, causing mortality andmorbidity There is increasing interest in designing new antivenom treatments that are more specific to particular groups of species, given the increasing evidence that current polyvalent Indian antivenom is ineffective in many situations. Under these circumstances, being able to detect the species, or a group of species, […]
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Mitigating the chronic burden of snakebite: turning the tide for survivors
The International Snakebite Awareness Day has taken place annually on Sept 19 since 2018. Snakebites kill an estimated 137 880 people each year and three times as many survivors live with life-changing disabilities. ,,Since 2018, there has been some increased funding for research and development of antivenoms and other therapies. But there is a pressing need to additionally […]
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A compendium of snakes in India
On World Nature Conservation Day 2021 we present a compendium listing all 332 snakes in India compiled by Vivek Sharma . It is handy and can serve as a ready reckoner.
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Ignorance is not bliss: a perspective on the neglected snakebite problem in India
Ignorance is not bliss: a perspective on the neglected snakebite problem in India by Senji Laxme
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Depression & PTSD in snakebite survivors: need for more research
Snakebite is a neglected tropical disease that causes death and disability, particularly in rural and tribal people in South Asia, Africa and Latin America. Death, permanent disabilities and long-term physical sequalae due to snakebite has been much discussed and talked about. But are there any mental health manifestation in snakebite survivors? Keen to understand this […]
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