Acres Of Skin by Allen M. Hornblum
Human Experiments at Holmesburg Prison
This harrowing account delves into the unethical medical experiments conducted on inmates at a Philadelphia prison during the mid-20th century. It exposes the exploitation of vulnerable populations by detailing how prisoners were subjected to a range of dermatological tests without proper consent, often suffering severe physical and psychological harm. The narrative sheds light on the broader implications of these experiments, raising critical ethical questions about human rights, medical ethics, and the responsibilities of the scientific community.
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- 1998
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