Marshall, Linda Elovitz
Polio Pioneer
- ISBN 13:
- 9780525646518
- author:
- Marshall, Linda Elovitz
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Random House USA Children's Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 40
- Dimensions:
- 27.9 x 21.6 centimetres (0.57 kg
- Genre:
- Children's, History, United States,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Dr. Jonas Salk was driven by a desire to help others after witnessing the devastating effects of war on soldiers returning home. He worked tirelessly to become a doctor and eventually joined the team that created the influenza vaccine. However, Dr. Salk's ambition went beyond treating one disease - he set out to conquer another: polio. In 1952, Dr. Salk made history by inventing the polio vaccine, which nearly eradicated this terrible disease from the United States. His groundbreaking work at the Salk Institute continued to make a difference in medical research for the rest of his life. This inspiring story sheds light on Dr. Salk's remarkable journey and the importance of vaccination. A compelling picture book biography that explores the science behind vaccines and the impact of one man's determination on the world.
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