Publications by authors named "Manohar Bansode"
Article Synopsis
- Snakebite envenoming (SBE) is a serious health issue in India, especially in rural areas, where many people don't have enough knowledge or the right behavior to deal with snakebites.
- A study was done in Maharashtra and Odisha to learn what local people think and do about preventing snakebites and getting medical help after getting bitten.
- The results showed that people often don't know enough about snakes, use wrong first aid methods, can't easily reach healthcare, and have different beliefs about treatment, which all make the problem worse.
National snakebite project on capacity building of health system on prevention and management of snakebite envenoming including its complications in selected districts of Maharashtra and Odisha in India: A study protocol.
Rahul K Gajbhiye
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Itta Krishna Chaaithanya
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Hrishikesh Munshi
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Ranjan Kumar Prusty
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Amarendra Mahapatra
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Manohar Bansode
PLoS One
February 2023
Article Synopsis
- Snakebite envenoming (SBE) is a deadly issue in tropical regions, especially in India, where there's poor awareness and access to treatment, leading to high death rates.
- The National Snakebite Project aims to improve healthcare systems in Maharashtra and Odisha by assessing current practices, providing education, and training health workers on snakebite management.
- The project's multi-phase approach will evaluate its impact on community knowledge and healthcare efficiency, with potential benefits for other regions facing similar challenges.