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Taboo Science
Vaginas (with Rachel E. Gross)
Dec 31, 2020
Learn about the historical biases in understanding female anatomy, the intricacies of the clitoris, the importance of the vaginal microbiome, and the controversial topic of ovarian stem cells in this enlightening discussion with science journalist Rachel E. Gross.
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- Historical biases shaped misconceptions about female anatomy.
- Gender bias affects research representation and accuracy in medical studies.
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Evolution of Our Bodies Ourselves
Our Bodies Ourselves, a feminist collectivist zine, originated as a staple bundle of mimeographed newsprint in 1970 and grew to a widely popular book. It provided information on topics often omitted in sex education, like masturbation and birth control. Despite its lack of scientific backing, the book served as a valuable resource for women due to historical information gaps on female bodies.
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