Boys died of malaria, of dysentery, of snake bites, of scorpion stings.

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In the villages, the volunteers provide preventive services such as prenatal checkups and general exams, but most of their time is spent treating a wide range of ailments like malaria, TB, pneumonia, diarrhea, animal or snake bites, and parasites.

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Louisiana officials earlier issued advice to residents in flood-affected areas on how to prevent snake encounters and bites.

CNN: STORY HIGHLIGHTS

Louisiana officials Tuesday issued advice to residents in flood-impacted areas on how to prevent snake encounters and bites.

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