Mitigating Snakebites in Gujarat
Overview
Reducing snakebite incidents and fatalities through community awareness, rescue training, and promoting coexistence between humans and snakes. Snakebite is a neglected tropical disease that affects hundreds of thousands of people in India annually. Our program focuses on rural Gujarat where snakebite incidence is high.
Key Objectives
- Train community health workers in snakebite first aid
- Distribute snakebite prevention materials
- Establish snake rescue networks
- Conduct awareness campaigns in rural areas
- Collaborate with hospitals for better treatment protocols
Conservation Impact
Reduced snakebite mortality rates in target communities through education and rapid response systems. Over 500 community health workers trained.
Project Details
Location
Rural Gujarat
Timeline
2018 - Present
Lead Division
Community Conservation Division
Status
Active