Murder, magic and medicine. Part 1, The serpent's tail.
- Date:
- 2001
- Audio
About this work
Description
The first, of a new four part exploration of the role that animals play in a variety of medical treatments. Venomous snakes are known - and feared - for their power to kill. Yet they also have the power to heal, as many patients who have taken heart of circulatory drugs can testify. Dr O' Donnell discovers the extraordinary power of snake venom in nature, folklore and modern medicine.
Publication/Creation
London : BBC Radio 4, 2001.
Physical description
1 sound cassette (30 min.)
Notes
Broadcast 27th March 2001
Creator/production credits
Presented by Dr Michael O'Donnell.
Copyright note
BBC
Type/Technique
Languages
Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores914A