A man in his fifties died following a snakebite in the Chichaoua region of Morocco, prompting local calls for wider access to antivenom. The regional health delegate, Mohammed El Moussa, stated that snake antivenom is readily available in major hospitals within the area and there are no current shortages. However, the distribution of scorpion antivenom was not fully detailed in the report. The death has ignited debate regarding the accessibility of these vital serums in smaller, local health centers throughout the province. Locals are advocating for broader distribution to ensure prompt treatment for snakebite victims. The incident highlights potential challenges in delivering necessary medical supplies to all areas of the region. The story originated from a report on Hespress, a Moroccan online newspaper.

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