Thalidomide: The Worst Medical Disaster in History

This video will uncover some of the surprising truths and shocking ramifications of the drug thalidomide, which was used widely in the late 1950s and 1960s. It will include real patient cases and their lives. Caution is advised, there is graphic imagery.

Thalidomide memorial (more stories):   / 142572669606  

References:
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...)
(https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/obje...)
(https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-234...)

About Me:
I am currently a doctor working in Australia. My video series looks to investigate the doctors and scientists that came before me, to uncover some of the worst medical incidents in history. All information is historically accurate to the best of my research and understanding.


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