Venom as Medicine

In this segment of Gaia News: Venoms from an array of creatures can kill a human within minutes. But a resurgence of interest in venom medicine is showing promise for treating a number of deadly diseases. Venom medicine has been used for thousands of years, but the pharmaceutical industry is making huge strides in identifying the chemical compounds that can heal. Can this ancient form of healing be the medicine of the future?

Featuring: Glenn King, Donese Worden
Audio Languages: English
Subtitles: English