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Dr. Samuel Epstein reads from and discusses his book, "The Politics of Cancer"

BROADCAST: Nov. 18, 1978 | DURATION: 00:54:32

Synopsis

Making people aware that toxic chemicals in our everyday lives can cause cancer has been one of Dr. Samuel Epstein’s main goals. According to his book, “The Politics of Cancer,” the government really won’t step in until there is a public outcry.

Details

Broadcast Date
Nov. 18, 1978

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 54.19 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
54 minutes, 32 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Healthcare, Medicine, Mental Health

People

Medical personnel

Tags

Epstein, Samuel Politics of cancer. Authors, American. Cancer Physicians Audiotapes. Radio programs. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Saccharin Carcinogens Asbestos

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