The reason poison frogs don't poison themselves 'could lead to stronger painkillers'

  • 5 years ago
Stronger painkillers could be on the horizon - thanks to the world's most deadly creature.

Scientists have worked out why the infamous dart frog avoids poisoning itself - despite carrying enough toxin to kill up to twenty full grown men.

The breakthrough could even lead to more effective treatments to help smokers kick the habit.

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