When bitten by a snake, you should do these things first

What to Do If You’re Bitten by a Snake

1. Stay Calm – Panic spreads venom faster. Keep the bite below heart level and limit movement.

2. Call for Help – Dial 911 or your local emergency number immediately.

3. First Aid
   ✅ Rinse with water and soap
   ✅ Loosely bandage if needed
   ✅ Keep still

   🚫 Don’t use a tourniquet
   🚫 Don’t cut or suck the wound
   🚫 Avoid alcohol, caffeine, ice, or tobacco

4. Identify the Snake – Only if it’s safe, note its appearance or take a photo for medical staff.

⚠️ Even if symptoms are mild, go to the hospital—some venom effects are delayed.

Snake-Repellent Plants to Protect Your Home

1. Seven-leaf flower (Aesculus) – Said to repel venomous snakes and treat bites.

2. Marigold – Bright flowers with a smell snakes dislike.

3. Kudzu Vine – Known for snake-repelling properties.

4. Lemongrass – Smells fresh but snakes can’t stand it.

5. Snake Plant – Hardy, low-maintenance, and keeps snakes away indoors.

Plant these around your yard or home for natural protection.