Sri Vijaya Puram | October 30, 2026
The Directorate of Health Services, in affiliation with the National Health Mission (NHM), organised a digital coaching programme on the prevention and management of snake chew envenoming on October 27 and 29 on the Conference Hall of the Directorate of Health Services. Staff Nurses participated within the programme.
Dr. Subrata Saha, State Nodal Officer for Prevention and Control of Snake Bite Envenoming, A&N Administration, highlighted the crucial function of healthcare staff in decreasing mortality and morbidity brought on by snake bites.
Dr. Rajiv Kumar Ghosh, MPH, District Public Health Officer (South Andaman), spoke on key elements together with early identification of snake bites, first assist measures and group consciousness methods. He additionally shared insights into evidence-based administration and greatest practices for the prevention and remedy of snake chew envenoming.
