Beecupuncture

April 26, 2007

National Geographic is always good for crazy bee videos, and this one is no exception.  Bee venom is apparently an effective treatment for multiple sclerosis and arthritis and is being used aggressively that way in Taiwan.  Patients undergo as many as 200 bee stings per week, but claim amazing results.  The video takes a while to load and starts with an advertisement, but it’s an interesting watch.

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National Geographic Video

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