6 children in Bachok, Malaysia suffered Portuguese Man o' War jellyfish stings; no anti-venom available.
6 children aged 1-11 in Bachok, Kelantan, Malaysia suffered from Portuguese Man o' War jellyfish stings. They received initial treatment at Bachok Health Clinic and were referred for further care. The Kelantan Health Department advises public to be aware of jellyfish in state waters, avoid swimming in affected areas, and seek immediate treatment if stung. No anti-venom is available for this species.
March 03, 2024
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