Understanding the Snakebite Patient Journey across Sub-Saharan Africa
Understand the realities, bottlenecks, and operational challenges affecting snakebite response systems across Sub-Saharan Africa.
This event was delivered by Villgro Africa, if you have any questions, please contact snakebiteprize@villgroafrica.org
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In this first Wellcome Snakebite Innovation Prize Immersion Session, experts from healthcare, public health, conservation, and frontline service delivery explore the real barriers shaping snakebite outcomes across Sub-Saharan Africa; from delayed care and weak referral systems to limited access to antivenom, community awareness, surveillance, and health system readiness.
The speakers include:
Dr. Robert Ofwete – Technical Advisor, AMREF Health Africa
Caroline Mbangula – Clinical Officer & County Snakebite Program Coordinator, Kilifi County
Kyle Ray – Manager, Watamu Snake Farm
Joseph Kanga – Snakebite Survivor
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