Myrtle Beach Woman’s Copperhead Bite Leads to Search for Antivenom Across Three Facilities

Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, July 31, 2026 —

A resident of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, faced a critical situation involving a copperhead snake bite that necessitated a journey through multiple medical facilities in search of essential antivenom. The incident highlights potential challenges in accessing timely medical treatment for venomous snakebites.

The woman, whose name was not provided, was bitten by a copperhead snake. Following the bite, she sought immediate medical attention. However, the initial healthcare providers she visited did not have the necessary antivenom readily available to treat her condition.

This lack of immediate availability forced her to be transferred or to seek care at subsequent medical centers. Reports indicate that she ultimately required visits to three different medical facilities before she could be administered the correct antivenom for the copperhead snakebite. The specific timeline between the bite and the administration of antivenom was not detailed.

The copperhead is a venomous snake native to the eastern United States. While their venom is not typically lethal to humans, a bite can cause significant pain, swelling, and tissue damage, and requires prompt medical intervention, including the administration of antivenom for severe reactions or envenomation. Delays in treatment can exacerbate symptoms and potentially lead to more serious complications.

Details regarding the circumstances of the bite, such as where and when it occurred, were not provided in the summary. Furthermore, the specific medical facilities involved in the woman’s treatment were not named, nor was the exact outcome of her medical care beyond receiving the antivenom.

Story summarized from the original created by Macey Timmerman, Debra Worley on www.foxcarolina.com, see more information here.