Snake Bite Survivor's Blood May Lead to Better Treatment

Tim Friede, a man who has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times, is now at the center of a groundbreaking scientific study. Friede intentionally allowed snakes to bite him over many years, aiming to build up a tolerance to their venom.

Scientists are now studying Friede's blood to develop a more effective treatment for snake bites. In a recent study published in the journal Cell, researchers identified two antibodies in Friede's blood that can neutralize venom from various snake species.

This research could potentially lead to a universal antivenom, which would be a significant advancement in treating snake bites. Currently, most antivenoms are specific to certain snake species and can be expensive to produce. However, experts caution that the research is still in its early stages and has only been tested on mice so far.