This book disentangles competing claims, opens the controversy for critical reflection, and provides recommendations for moving forward.
Mark A. Largent Books
Mark Largent delves into the history of science, science policy, and American history, focusing on contentious topics. His scholarship explores the historical roots of compulsory sterilization in the United States and the contemporary debates surrounding vaccines. He examines how parental concerns about modern vaccination schedules have emerged and evolved. Largent's work illuminates the complex intersections of science, society, and public policy.
Keep Out of Reach of Children: Reye's Syndrome, Aspirin, and the Politics of Public Health
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
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.