1 hr 2 min

Injecting Poisons: A History of the Syringe We Are Science Experiments

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There is one medical invention that amplified our fear of microbes while simultaneously compelled us to inject pieces of them into our bodies: That is the syringe. 

What is it, where did it come from, how did we get to the point where we were ok with injecting foreign substances for the benefit of human health? Travel back in time with me, let's find out!

Voice and music by Circle of Mamas mama.

Based on the article: Injecting Poisons: A History of the Syringe.

https://circleofmamas.com/health-news/injecting-poisons-a-history-of-the-syringe/ 

There is one medical invention that amplified our fear of microbes while simultaneously compelled us to inject pieces of them into our bodies: That is the syringe. 

What is it, where did it come from, how did we get to the point where we were ok with injecting foreign substances for the benefit of human health? Travel back in time with me, let's find out!

Voice and music by Circle of Mamas mama.

Based on the article: Injecting Poisons: A History of the Syringe.

https://circleofmamas.com/health-news/injecting-poisons-a-history-of-the-syringe/ 

1 hr 2 min

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