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How one man’s blood could be key to a snake bite treatment

Scientists Mark Bellin and Hannah Hirou, who are involved in efforts to produce an antivenom to counteract the bites of various snakes, at a lab in California — Scientists Mark Bellin and Hannah Hirou, who are involved in efforts to produce an antivenom to counteract the bites of various snakes, at a lab in California (Centivax)

US man Tim Friede, who has intentionally subjected himself to hundreds of snake bites over years, has developed a unique immunity to various snake venoms.
Scientists are now studying Mr Friede's blood, hoping to create a more effective, broad-spectrum antivenom.
Current antivenom production methods are costly and often species-specific, sometimes causing adverse reactions in humans.
Researchers have isolated two antibodies from Mr Friede's blood that neutralise venom from multiple snake species, showing promise in mice trials.
While still in its early stages, this research could revolutionise snake bite treatment, potentially saving thousands of lives annually.

This man has been bitten by snakes 200 times – now his blood could save lives — In full