The Doctors' Plague by Sherwin B. Nuland
Germs, Childbed Fever, and the Strange Story of Ignac Semmelweis
Set in the mid-19th century, this compelling narrative delves into the groundbreaking work of Ignác Semmelweis, a Hungarian physician who discovered the link between hand hygiene and the prevention of puerperal fever, a deadly infection affecting postpartum women. Despite facing skepticism and resistance from the medical community, Semmelweis's relentless pursuit of evidence and advocacy for antiseptic practices laid the foundation for modern infection control. The story highlights the challenges of scientific innovation and the tragic consequences of ignoring empirical evidence, ultimately celebrating Semmelweis's enduring impact on medical practices.
- Published
- 2003
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 192
- Original Language
- English
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