The Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Course offers a new and innovative science based first response framework that reduces the chance of being stung by a scorpion, and if there is a sting, how to ensure the best possible outcome for stings in humans and animals. 

This framework offers a new classification scheme that defines boundaries, indicate response, the progression of symptoms and timeframes, how to recognise symptoms that can be treated using first aid, and when professional medical intervention is required. First aid protocols are given to all participants. Everyone gets a flow diagram that shows step by step how to respond to a scorpion sting. Medical professionals that attend recieve the  AfriTox scorpion envenomation guidelines. 

Participants receive access to an Identification & First Response Guide To Scorpions Of The Lowveld. This guide includes images of Lowveld scorpions, their unique identification characteristics, which species look similar, as well as the typical symptoms and first response. Notes on frequency of stings, antivenom and urgency of the situation are also included. 

Join the course at Hoedspruit Reptile Centre on the 25th April, or Antares Bush Camp on the 30th April. Further details and online bookings below.