Doctors at Mercy Hospital in Joplin are seeing an alarming rise in venomous snake bites since the July 4th holiday weekend.

Mercy Hospital Joplin’s emergency department is seeing an increase in venomous snake bite patients, and Dr. Jesse Hatfield ...

Snakes are common in nearly all outdoor environments and typically would much rather be left alone than defend themselves ...

It even extends to widespread misconceptions surrounding snake bites . Consequently, understanding the right actions and avoiding harmful myths is crucial. Let's uncover the vital do's and don'ts ...

Let’s say you’re traipsing through the African bush when you come across a grove of trees. As you walk through it, something ...

There are dozens of snake species in Florida. The type of snake people encounter depends on the habitat nearby. Florida is ...

As California enters the hottest months of the year, rattlesnakes are more active in their search for sunlight and water. The ...

It was supposed to be a routine run until a Copperhead appeared. At around 6:30 a.m., Alex Monroe, a 32-year-old recreational ...

Gently wash the bite area with soap and water. Keep the bite slightly higher than the heart if possible. Mark the bite area ...

A salivary gland infection is also called sialadenitis and is caused by bacteria or viruses. A salivary stone or other blockage of the salivary gland duct can contribute to an acute infection. Chronic ...

A healthy 4-year-old girl is brought to the local urgent care clinic for evaluation of a snakebite on her right hand that ...