How To Make Antivenom

The video discusses the dangers of snake venom and the historical development of antivenom by Albert Calmette. It explains the process of producing antivenom, including venom extraction, freeze-drying, and antibody production using animals. The video highlights the challenges in antivenom production, such as high costs and supply shortages, and introduces alternative methods like mithridatism, exemplified by Bill Haast's story.

What are the two historical choices people had when bitten by a venomous snake?

Who was Albert Calmette and what was his contribution to snake anti-venom?

Describe the process of making anti-venom as outlined in the text.

What challenges does the storage of antivenom pose in developing countries?

What is mithridatism and how did Bill Haast practice it?