Women's health was sacrificed for the sake of scientific progress from "summary" of The Greatest Experiment Ever Performed on Women by Barbara Seaman
Barbara Seaman sheds light on a disturbing reality in the medical field: the tendency to prioritize scientific progress over the well-being of women. Throughout history, women have often been subjected to dangerous medical experiments and treatments without their full informed consent. This exploitation of women's bodies and health in the name of advancing scientific knowledge is a troubling phenomenon that has persisted for decades. The book delves into various case studies and examples where women were put at risk for the sake of scientific progress. From the use of harmful medications to the testing of invasive procedures, women have been used as subjects in experiments that prioritized data collection over their health and safety. The consequences of these unethical practices have been dire, with many women suffering long-term health issues and even death as a result of being treated as mere research subjects. Seaman highlights how the medical ...
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