The Gatekeeper

The book "Wonder Drug" reveals the shocking story of thalidomide victims in the United States, who were widely distributed the drug for over five years under the guise of clinical trials. It sheds light on the deceptive practices of Big Pharma that still endanger lives today.

Format: Paperback
Publication date: 18 August 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

The shocking, never-before-told story of America's thalidomide victims

In Germany on Christmas Day 1956, a baby girl was born without ears. She was the first victim of the notorious thalidomide epidemic, which would claim over 10,000 lives across 46 countries. For years, the world believed that the United States had avoided the catastrophe. However, Jennifer Vanderbes, in her book "Wonder Drug," reveals a darker truth that has been buried for decades.

The toxic sedative, ostensibly "never sold in America," was widely distributed for over five years under the guise of clinical trials, reaching hundreds of pregnant women. Scores of American babies were born with birth defects likely caused by the drug.

Vanderbes' book gives a voice to these hidden victims of the twentieth century's biggest medical scandal, shedding light on the deceptive practices of Big Pharma that still endanger lives around the world today. The book meticulously probes government and corporate archives, interviews hundreds of key players, and uncovers a web of deceit and cover-ups that went unchecked for decades.

"Wonder Drug" is a powerful and eye-opening account of a tragedy that still resonates today. It serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency, accountability, and the protection of public health. It is a must-read for anyone interested in medical history, ethics, and the ongoing fight against corporate greed and misconduct.

Weight: 270g
Dimension: 234 x 153 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008295707