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Worse Than The Disease: Pitfalls Of Medical Progress
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This Book Examines Four Medical Innovations That Epitomize The Pitfalls Of Progress: Des, A Synthetic Estrogen Prescribed To Millions Of Women To Prevent Miscarriages, Which Produced Devastating Side Effects; The Artificial Heart; The 1976 Swine Flu Immunization Program; And Genetic Engineering. Dutton And The Contributors Trace The Human Choices That Govern Medical And Scientific Innovation And Explore The Political, Economic, And Social Factors That Influence Those Choices. In The Process, They Reveal A Deep Gulf Between The Priorities Of Medical Innovation And The Concerns Of The General Public. They Then Propose Concrete Policy Changes To Help Bridge That Gulf.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Worse than the Disease: Pitfalls of Medical Progress'? A: The book examines four significant medical innovations that highlight the pitfalls of medical progress, including the synthetic estrogen DES, the artificial heart, the 1976 swine flu immunization program, and genetic engineering.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Worse than the Disease' is Diana Barbara Dutton.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the human choices that influence medical innovation, the political and social factors affecting health policies, and the disconnect between the priorities of medical advancements and public concerns.
- Q: When was 'Worse than the Disease' published? A: The book was published on June 24, 1988.
- Q: What is the condition of the book listed for sale? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 544 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Is this book part of a specific edition? A: Yes, this book is identified as the 'First' edition.
- Q: What are some features of this book? A: The book is described as a used book in good condition, making it a valuable addition for readers interested in medical history.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'History'.