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Woman Hospitalized After Scorpion Sting at Boston Logan Airport

A 40-year-old woman was hospitalized after being stung by a scorpion while retrieving her luggage at Boston Logan International Airport.

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A 40-year-old woman was stung by a scorpion at Boston Logan International Airport on Sunday evening. This unusual incident occurred around 7:30 p.m. in the baggage claim area. The woman, returning from Mexico, was taken to the hospital for treatment. Although most scorpion stings are not serious, the species involved remains unknown, and authorities have not yet determined how the scorpion arrived at the airport. Scorpions are typically associated with desert environments and are not commonly found in the Boston area. The incident is currently under investigation by state police.

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The woman was retrieving her luggage in the baggage claim area of customs when she was stung by the scorpion.

It is speculated that the scorpion might have unintentionally been transported in someone's luggage, as scorpions are not native to the Boston area.

Most scorpion stings are not serious and are similar to a bee sting in terms of pain. However, in severe cases, hospital treatment may be required, and anti-venom might be administered.

There is no immediate word on the woman's condition following her hospitalization.

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