Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins including Tropical Diseases (Aug 2017)

Snakebite envenomation turns again into a neglected tropical disease!

  • Jean-Philippe Chippaux

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s40409-017-0127-6
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 23, no. 1
pp. 1 – 2

Abstract

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Abstract On June 9th, 2017 WHO categorized snakebite envenomation into the Category A of the Neglected Tropical Diseases. This new situation will allow access to new funding, paving the way for wider and deeper researches. It should also expand the accessibility of antivenoms. Let us hope that it also leads to cooperation among stakeholders, aiming at improving the management of snakebites in developing countries.