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From 200 Snakebites to a Lifesaving Breakthrough

A scientific breakthrough may be on the horizon thanks to one man’s unusual journey. Tim Friede has spent nearly 20 years injecting himself with snake venom to build immunity, and now his blood is helping researchers develop what could become a universal snake antivenom. His body produced antibodies strong enough to protect against venom from a wide range of snakes, including cobras, mambas, and taipans.

Researchers tested these antibodies in mice and found that a cocktail based on his immune response protected against lethal doses from 13 out of 19 deadly species. Traditional antivenoms must match the exact snake, but this new approach targets common toxins shared across snake families. Scientists believe this could lead to a single treatment that works in most cases, especially in regions where access to the right antivenom is limited.

With more development, this innovation could dramatically cut down the number of lives lost each year to snakebites and help eliminate the guesswork from emergency treatment. Friede’s unusual path might just lead to one of the most important medical advances in global health.

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