Episode Details
Back to Episodes
Rattlesnake Bite Forces Emergency Care | San Jose News
Description
A California dad narrowly escaped death after being bitten twice by a rattlesnake in his own backyard—requiring 54 vials of antivenom and 11 days in the hospital. With nearly 80 rattlesnake bite calls already logged this year—up sharply from the annual average—and three fatalities, experts are sounding the alarm. Officials urge hikers and outdoor enthusiasts to wear boots, stick to trails, and shake out gear before use. This harrowing story underscores how quickly nature’s hidden dangers can escalate—and why prompt medical care could be lifesaving.
Listen in comfort:
Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.
Advertise on DNN:
advertise@thednn.ai
This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.
Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.
View sources & latest updates:
https://sources.thednn.ai/ac46791fcc6be64b