This book disentangles competing claims, opens the controversy for critical reflection, and provides recommendations for moving forward.
Mark A. Largent Libri
Mark Largent approfondisce la storia della scienza, la politica scientifica e la storia americana, concentrandosi su temi controversi. La sua ricerca esplora le radici storiche della sterilizzazione obbligatoria negli Stati Uniti e i dibattiti contemporanei sui vaccini. Esamina come sono emerse ed evolute le preoccupazioni dei genitori riguardo al moderno calendario vaccinale. Il lavoro di Largent illumina le complesse intersezioni tra scienza, società e politica pubblica.
Keep Out of Reach of Children: Reye's Syndrome, Aspirin, and the Politics of Public Health
- 288pagine
- 11 ore di lettura
The narrative delves into a contemporary medical enigma surrounding a mysterious illness that struck healthy children, leading to significant changes in health policy. As the story unfolds, it explores the impact of this sudden crisis and the ensuing search for answers, all while the illness inexplicably disappears before a definitive cause can be identified. The book highlights the complexity of medical research and the challenges of addressing public health issues in the face of uncertainty.