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Stuff You Missed in History Class

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Unethical Public Health Study in Guatemala

Exploring a dark chapter in US public health history, this episode reveals the unethical study in Guatemala where individuals were intentionally infected with sexually transmitted diseases without consent. The discussion sheds light on the repercussions of such heinous acts and the long-lasting distrust they have instilled in the medical and government institutions.

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