Vaccine

The Controversial Story of Medicine's Greatest Lifesaver

Autor*innen

• Allen Arthur

Parameter

• 542 Seiten
• 19 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Gesundheit
• Medizin & Gesundheit
• Sachliteratur
• Wissenschaft

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The book explores the complex interplay between innovative scientists and the vaccine industry's challenges in ensuring safety, efficacy, and profitability. It examines the influence of military and medical authority on vaccination practices and the societal pushback from parents. Historical events, such as the smallpox inoculation debate in colonial Boston and recent lawsuits regarding vaccine safety, are highlighted. Through a blend of narrative storytelling and investigative journalism, it delves into evolving perspectives on health, risk, and community welfare amidst ongoing controversies.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2008
• Einband: Paperback