Tim Friede has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times — often on purpose. Now scientists are studying his blood in hopes of creating a better treatment for snake bites. Friede has long had a fascination with reptiles and other venomous creatures.

Tim Friede, a man who injected himself with snake venom, helped create an antivenom that can protect mice from poisonous snakes. Researchers hope for human clinical trials one day.

Scientists are studying his blood to make snake anti-venom.Around 110,000 people die from snakebite every year.

A man was in critical condition after an "accidental," 20-foot plunge from his seat onto the field of play at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, horrifying fans and players alike Wednesday night during the Pirates-Chicago Cubs game, officials said.