Every year, more than 600,000 people worldwide are seriously injured or killed by snakebites.
We save limbs and lives of snakebite victims from this Category A neglected tropical disease.
Asclepius Snakebite Foundation (ASF) is an international non-profit organization dedicated to helping victims of snakebite around the world by:
Our Organization
The Asclepius Snakebite Foundation (ASF) was established at Venom Week 2018, where a diverse group of herpetologists, healthcare professionals, and altruistic volunteers united to confront the issue of snakebites globally. We have adopted an integrated approach that combines bench research, field conservation, medical treatments, and public health initiatives.
Our Story
ASF was established because we saw a need to empower and give a voice to colleagues in other countries who were doing amazing work but lacked the resources and support to effect major change. We work on the ground with local partners to gain an understanding of an area's needs and to implement solutions that bring healing to communities.
Why Snakebites?
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared snakebite a Neglected Tropical Disease. Each year, 2.7 million people are bitten by venomous snakes. 500,000 are disabled as a result of these bites, and up to 138,000 die. 20-40% of victims are children. We support the WHO goal to cut the number of global deaths from snakebites in half by the year 2030. Contact us to find out ways you can help.
Clutch Picks: ASF Blog Favorites
From tips on surviving a snakebite in the wilderness to debunking snakebite myths, we want to keep you safe and informed! Check out some of our most popular blogs below.
Snakebite Education
We are heading to Texas - the land of copperheads, coral snakes and diamondbacks! Join us on April 11, 2026, for a day learning about venom and envenomations.
Mark your calendars for the Houston Venom Conference on April 11th hosted by the Asclepius Snakebite Foundation. This year, we will host it at the Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District, followed by an exclusive evening at the Houston Zoo's Reptile and Amphibian House. Human and veterinarian CE will be available.
CE, including 6.5 hours of AMA Category 1 credits for human healthcare workers and 6.5 hours of RACE credits for veterinary workers, will be available. We will also be offering FAWM credits for Wilderness Medical Society eligible members.