Tri Le Border Guard medics rescue man from poisoning in Nghe An

Medical officers from the Tri Le Border Guard Station in Nghe An province successfully rescued a man who suffered from poisoning after consuming ‘lá ngón’ (Gelsemium elegans). The victim, Va Ba D. (born 1997), was discovered by family members on the evening of October 17 in Muong Long village.

Lieutenant Colonel and military doctor Le Anh Duc treated the victim using a specialized remedy he personally researched and developed for such emergencies. Following approximately 30 minutes of initial treatment, the patient showed positive signs and was transferred to the Tri Le Commune Health Station. The victim's health has since stabilized, and he is able to walk and eat normally.

This incident marks the 30th successful case of ‘lá ngón’ poisoning treated by the Tri Le Border Guard Station's medical team in recent years.