29th September 2014
Posted by Dr Michelle Wright
Swiss snake bites – what to do if you are bitten
There are two poisonous snakes in Switzerland – the Asp Viper and the Common Adder. Between 10 and 20 people are bitten by one of these snakes each year. Dr Michelle talks to us about what symptoms to expect if someone does get bitten and what First Aid can help them.
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As the Swiss summer heats up, many are flocking to rivers and lakes to cool off. This episode explores why drowning remains a persistent danger, who’s most at risk, and the simple precautions that can save lives.
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