Brief Communication https://ir.kdu.ac.lk/handle/345/7546 2026-05-05T21:27:39Z 2026-05-05T21:27:39Z Knowledge and application of first aid and treatment of snakebites among Sri Lankan North Central Province farmers Herath, P Banneheka B Marikar FMMT https://ir.kdu.ac.lk/handle/345/7547 2024-05-07T09:56:38Z 2024-02-11T00:00:00Z Knowledge and application of first aid and treatment of snakebites among Sri Lankan North Central Province farmers Herath, P; Banneheka B; Marikar FMMT Abstract The application of first aid for snakebites are important in rural Sri Lanka. This study aimed to assess the current level of knowledge and application of snakebite first aid. Results revealed a substantial gap between knowledge and practices. This study highlights the need for education programs to improve snakebite management. Keywords: snakebites, first aid, therapeutics, Sri Lanka, farmers. 2024-02-11T00:00:00Z