Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 02:58pm on 03 May 2025,Saturday Health & Wellness
Tim Friede, a former truck mechanic from the US, has helped scientists make a major breakthrough in antivenom research by repeatedly injecting himself with venom from deadly snakes like mambas, cobras, taipans, and kraits over nearly two decades. His blood developed powerful antibodies that have shown the ability to neutralize lethal doses from multiple snake species in animal trials. This advancement could lead to the first universal snakebite treatment, potentially saving thousands of lives annually. Unlike current antivenoms, which must match specific venom types, Friede’s contribution offers broad protection and new hope for global snakebite victims. (PC: Getty Images)
