The Dark Legacy of the Radium Girls

This chapter uncovers the alarming health risks faced by the 'Radium Girls,' who ingested toxic radium through unsafe painting practices in the 1920s. It reveals the exploitation and negligence of the U.S. Radium Corporation, which misled workers about the dangers of radium, showcasing a disturbing lack of corporate accountability. Through the harrowing experiences of these women, the narrative highlights the tragic consequences of prioritizing profit over public health.