Man, 72, Hospitalized in Serious Condition After Golan Heights Snakebite
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
A 72-year-old man in the Golan Heights was bitten by a snake and taken to Ziv Medical Center in serious condition. He received antivenom and is now in the intensive care unit.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- A 72-year-old man was bitten by a snake in the Golan Heights.
- He was hospitalized in serious condition with confusion and low blood pressure.
- The man's condition improved after receiving antivenom treatment.
- He is currently in the intensive care unit for further observation.
- Health officials advise immediate ambulance calls and victim immobilization after snakebites.
A 72-year-old man from the Druze village of Buqata was transported to Ziv Medical Center after being bitten on the hand by a snake in a field near Ein Zivan in the Golan Heights. The patient arrived in serious, unstable condition, with impaired consciousness. Dr. Hussein Bushnak, acting director of the emergency department, stated that upon arrival the man was very confused and suffering from vomiting, excessive sweating, and extremely low blood pressure. After receiving antivenom treatment, his condition improved, and he was transferred to the general intensive care unit for further observation and care. Emergency guidelines for snakebites recommend immediately calling for an ambulance, having the victim lie down and remain calm to minimize venom spread, immobilizing the bitten limb, and removing tight clothing or jewelry. While it is advised to photograph or remember the snake's appearance for quick diagnosis, attempting to capture or suck out the venom is strongly discouraged.
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