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This is the astounding story of a man who, driven by an extraordinary and perilous scientific pursuit, intentionally subjected himself to over 200 venomous snake bites. He endured immense pain and risked his life repeatedly, not out of recklessness, but as a crucial, albeit extreme, method for harvesting the necessary venom to develop life-saving antivenom. His unwavering dedication pushed the boundaries of human endurance and unconventional scientific methods, ultimately contributing to the creation of a vital antidote that continues to save countless lives around the world.
This is the astounding story of a man who, driven by an extraordinary and perilous scientific pursuit, intentionally subjected himself to over 200 venomous snake bites. He endured immense pain and risked his life repeatedly, not out of recklessness, but as a crucial, albeit extreme, method for harvesting the necessary venom to develop life-saving antivenom. His unwavering dedication pushed the boundaries of human endurance and unconventional scientific methods, ultimately contributing to the creation of a vital antidote that continues to save countless lives around the world.