Bookchin, Debbie
The Virus and the Vaccine: Contaminated Vaccine, Deadly Cancers, and Government Neglect
- ISBN 13:
- 9780312342722
- author:
- Bookchin, Debbie
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Griffin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 152mm X 23mm
- Genre:
- History - General History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Virus and the Vaccine: A Dark Side of Medical History The development of the polio vaccine is a story of medical triumph, but also of a tragic incident that has been largely overlooked. Between 1954 and 1963, nearly 98 million Americans received vaccinations contaminated with a carcinogenic monkey virus, now known as SV40. This contamination has now been linked to human cancers, prompting a re-evaluation of vaccine policy. A gripping medical detective story, The Virus and the Vaccine sheds light on a forgotten chapter in medical history. The book raises major questions about vaccine safety and the need for a serious public health response to this issue. With new evidence emerging, this book is a timely and important exploration of the consequences of government neglect and the ongoing impact on public health. This book provides a detailed examination of the SV40 contamination and its effects on human health, making it a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the science behind vaccine development.