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The Venom Cure

Season 23 Episode 9 | 52m 59s  | Video has closed captioning.

Scientists have discovered that natural poisons, toxins, and venoms contain chemicals that can be used to create an array of drugs for treating everything from chronic pain to cancer. In this film, meet the naturalists and scientists who are researching the venom cure. It's risky, but rewarding, work.

Aired: 04/03/05

Rating: TV-PG

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