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Snakes and hantavirus: the silent role of natural predators
Los recientes casos de hantavirus han reavivado preguntas sobre los roedores y su relación con el entorno natural. Este artículo explora el papel ecológico de las serpientes y cómo el equilibrio ambiental también influye en la salud humana.

fundacionvivarium
May 164 min read


14-year-old dies in Acarigua: Was it really a snake bite? Analysis of a fatal case under investigation.
Un caso real pone en evidencia los riesgos de asumir diagnósticos sin pruebas. Un análisis necesario sobre envenenamiento ofídico y criterio clínico.

fundacionvivarium
May 34 min read


What Really Repels Snakes? (Preventing Snakebites)
Do ropes, diesel-soaked rags, or “snake repellents” really work? This article scientifically debunks the most common myths about driving snakes away. We explain how the snake chemosensory system works, why many home remedies are ineffective, and which measures actually help reduce dangerous encounters. If you’ve ever been told that snakes won’t cross ropes—this article is for you.

fundacionvivarium
Feb 225 min read


What Happens If Antivenom Is Administered When It Is Not Necessary? Myths, Risks, and Reality
Is it dangerous to administer antivenom when no real envenomation has occurred? Based on a question raised in a health discussion group, we examine the risks, myths, and realities surrounding the unnecessary use of antivenom, explain why adverse reactions may occur, and discuss how modern advances are making treatments increasingly safer.

fundacionvivarium
Jan 94 min read
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