Snake envenomation statistics vary from region to region worldwide. In countries with limited or no access to antivenom, the risk of death from a venomous bite is significantly higher. Even in ...

Copperhead snake bites are rarely fatal to humans, but that doesn’t mean people who have experienced an encounter with the venomous reptile should skip medical attention. This time of year is when ...

Tim Friede has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times — often on purpose. Now scientists are studying his blood in hopes of creating a better treatment for snake bites. Friede has long had a ...

Snakebites are among the deadliest neglected tropical diseases, and scientists have long been searching for more effective ...

A groundbreaking nanobody-based antivenom offers new hope against deadly snakebites. Developed by Danish scientists, this ...

Increased temperatures in Raleigh are causing more snakes to become active near trails and gardens, resulting in a higher incidence of snake bites, and the cost of treatment can be high. Increased ...

Copperhead bites are rarely fatal to humans but may require medical evaluation. Antivenom is effective for treating bites and is administered at hospitals. Symptoms including swelling help determine ...