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56. Snake Venom
The Economics of Everyday Things
The High Costs and Procedures of Anti-Venom Treatment
This chapter delves into the expensive and intricate process of producing snake anti-venom, from extracting venom to injecting it into sheep to create antibodies. It discusses the exorbitant prices of anti-venom, with each vial costing around $3,800, leading to financial challenges for hospitals and patients alike. The chapter also highlights the struggles of smaller medical facilities to afford stocking enough anti-venom and the financial burdens faced by uninsured individuals.
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