Drawing Blood

Technology and Disease Identity in Twentieth-Century America

Autori

• Keith Wailoo

Parametri

• 304 pagine
• 11 ore di lettura

• Ricerca
• Saggistica
• Storia
• Storia della medicina

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Exploring the intersection of medicine and society, the book delves into how blood diseases have influenced medical definitions, specialties, and political agendas. It highlights the complex interplay between technology, personal biases, and social factors in disease identification, revealing both clarity and error in medical practice. Through a cultural lens, it addresses contemporary issues like HIV, genetic testing, and more, providing essential insights into the evolving landscape of technological medicine and its implications for patients and healthcare professionals alike.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1999

(In brossura)