Uncovering the Dark History of Medical Experimentation on Black Americans: A Review of ‘Medical Apartheid’
Medical Apartheid is a groundbreaking exploration of the dark history of medical experimentation on black Americans from colonial times to the present. Written by Harriet Washington, this powerful and compelling book reveals how medical racism has shaped our past – and continues to shape our present. From forced sterilization to the Tuskegee syphilis experiment, Washington exposes the devastating effects of medical racism on generations of African-Americans. The book also dives deep into the startling implications of racial bias in modern medicine and scientific research, demonstrating how it continues to impact people’s health today. With meticulous research and clear prose, Medical Apartheid is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the history of medical racism in America.