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South African-produced snake antivenom shortage

Experts warns on the shortage of South African-produced polyvalent snake antivenom. Waiting orders takes six months.

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Snake Anti-Venom Stocks are Dangerously Low in South Africa, Experts Warn

Snake Anti-Venom Stocks are Dangerously Low in South Africa, Experts Warn
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Stocks of snake antivenom are dangerously low, experts warn

A massive production backlog at the South African Vaccine Producer has led to shortages at health facilities, especially among veterinarians.

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Reality bites: Snake antivenom stocks are dangerously low, experts warn

Snake experts are raising the alarm over a shortage of South African-produced polyvalent snake antivenom, as a production backlog is causing waiting times of at least six months for the delivery of the life-saving snakebite treatment.

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