Python named Jodie Foster first snake to receive pioneering cancer treatment

Jodie Foster, a 23-year-old, 15ft reticulated python weighing 50kg, living at Chester Zoo, is believed to be the first snake globally to receive pioneering electrochemotherapy for cancer. Keepers noticed her unusual inactivity and decreased appetite, prompting medical investigation. She was treated for a tumor in her jaw using a method typically applied to humans. Following the treatment, Jodie Foster has reportedly recovered and is back to her usual energetic self. This innovative application of human medical technology to an animal highlights advancements in veterinary medicine and conservation efforts for zoo residents.