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Snakebite &
Safety Awareness
Addressing a neglected crisis through extensive community education and professional healthcare training in rural Bengal.
75+
Awareness Programs
3
Target Districts
Thousands
Lives Impacted
The Crisis
A Silence Epidemic
With nearly 58,000 annual deaths nationwide, snakebites remain a severely underestimated public health threat. In rural Bengal, lack of knowledge about first aid and snake identification often leads to preventable fatalities.
"Timely medical intervention is key. We bridge the gap between bite and treatment."
Program Goals
Widespread education on prevention.
Train healthcare workers on protocols.
Distribute life-saving information kits.
Debunk myths surrounding snakebites.
Results
Measured Impact
With 75 targeted programs, we have empowered communities to respond effectively to snakebites, directly reducing reliance on faith healers and increasing hospital admissions for treatment.
Community Workshop
Project Details
- Timeline
- Aug 2021 - July 2022
- Covered Area
- Hooghly, Howrah, East Bardhaman
- Partners
- CONCERN, Madras Crocodile Bank Trust