Beatrice Ndanu Munyoki's snake bite led to a traumatic life-altering experience, highlighting the alarming prevalence of snake bites globally and the inadequate medical responses available in many regions.
In Kenya, the interaction between human habitation and snake habitats is becoming increasingly perilous as deforestation and climate change intensify conflicts for resources, resulting in numerous snake bite incidents.
Mr. Mutunga's anguish as his daughter's finger was amputated underscores the reality many families face when emergency medical care isn't equipped to handle snake venom effectively.
With an estimated five million snake bites and around 120,000 fatalities annually, the grim statistics illustrate the urgent need for better antivenom distribution and educational resources.
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