Health Sos ; Wellbeing Edited By: Wm Claire Rees Claire.Rees@Mediawales.Co.Uk

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Look after yourself and others, with St John Wales Q: How do I tackle wasp and jellyfish stings? A: An ordinary sting from a bee or wasp is usually painful rather than harmful.

get you him/an If your friend or loved one is stung by a bee/ wasp try to make them as comfortable as possible and, if visible, scrape the sting off sideways with your fingernail. Never use tweezers because you may end up injecting more poison into the wound. If possible raise the affected part of the body and apply an ice pack. You should see a doctor if the pain and swelling persist. to and If stung lots the a the For a sting to the throat or mouth there is danger that swelling could block the airway. To combat this, give them an ice cube to suck or a cold glass of water to drink. If you notice an adverse reaction such as swelling to the face or neck, or difficulty breathing; call the emergency services immediately.

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Health Sos ; Wellbeing Edited By: Wm Claire Rees Claire.Rees@Mediawales.Co.Uk

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