Snake and insect bites: first aid myths

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Outdoor season makes me worry about bites. 🕷️ What first aid myths should people ignore?

Snake and insect bites: first aid myths

General approach

Myth	Fact
‘Suck the venom’ 🚫	Do not; risks infection
‘Cut the wound’ 🔪	Never
‘Ice it’ 🧊	Not recommended
Keep still + seek care ✅	Immobilize, call poison/emergency

What bite first aid did you learn that was wrong? 😅

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