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45: Superseded Science, why is TB Still a Thing, and the Radium Girls

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The Horrifying Consequences of Radithor Consumption

This chapter tells the story of Eben Byers, the golfer turned steel tycoon who suffered severe health issues after consuming Radithor tonic water, leading to a case against the company and raising awareness about the dangers of Radithor. It also explores the broader impact of the Radithor case on the use of Radium in other products and the women who sued companies over the harmful effects of Radium.

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