There are few other animals that have such a profound influence upon the human mind than snakes. Steeped in symbolism, they have been an important influence in a wide variety of societies for thousands of years. They are feared more than any other animal, yet the average person knows very little about them. Their reputation is steeped in mystery, misinformation, old wives tales, yet there is a single aspect of their natural history that we are fixated upon… their venom.
The Story Of Snakebite takes a look at a blueprint to reducing the burden of snake bite in Southern Africa. Who are the winners, the losers, what it means for snakebite patients, and how key individuals are driving efforts to reduce the burden of snakebite in Southern Africa. The take home message is how we can apply the same principles to solve other challenges that we face today.
