Spiders, for the most part, are harmless. They will rather hide or run away from a threat than engage in a fight. However, if they feel cornered, they will bite any threat, including humans. Luckily, most spider bites aren’t strong enough to break the skin or be fatal. If you get bitten, try and catch … Continue reading Survival first aid: How to treat spider bites
Brown recluse spider bites are on the rise – learn how to avoid them and what to do in case of a bite
Medical toxicologists from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, have warned of a recent increase in brown recluse spider bites. Although bites from this spider are almost always harmless, in rare cases they can lead to life-threatening complications. Also known as the violin spider, a brown recluse spider is most easily recognized by the violin-shaped marking … Continue reading Brown recluse spider bites are on the rise – learn how to avoid them and what to do in case of a bite
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 