Article by Damien Lecouvey, herpetologist and field safety consultant Introduction Snakebites, especially in tropical or remote environments, often trigger emergency decisions under pressure. One practice still seen too often is the immediate administration of corticosteroids. Although often well-intentioned, this intervention is unsupported by science and may delay proper treatment. In this article, we examine why … Continue reading Corticosteroids and Snakebites: A Persistent and Dangerous Medical Error