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Episode 75 - Percivall Pott and the Chimney Sweep's Cancer
Episode 75 - Percivall Pott and the Chimney Sweep's Cancer
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Length:
17 minutes
Released:
Dec 11, 2018
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Podcast episode
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In this episode, we'll cover the life of the 18th century English surgeon, Percivall Pott. This includes some of the numerous disorders named after him, and covers the first description of an association between an occupational exposure and cancer, which would lead to significant social change. And of course, we'll take some detours, including covering the origin story of the London Hospital St. Bartholomew's, and more!
Released:
Dec 11, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode
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