Cheryl (boomerbooklover) - reviewed on 3/12/2020 + 432 more book reviews

Interesting study of the virulent influenza pandemic that occurred at the time of WWI. First few sections detail the dismal state of medicine in the U.S. until the early 1900's, and pioneers of medical science who learned techniques for the study of disease in Europe (mainly Germany) and how to develop serums/ cures. Major funding for medical advances was provided by the Rockefellers after the death of a young son/grandson, and the Rockefeller Institute, and Johns Hopkins, played a major role in the development of many medical advances. Studies after the flu passed indicate those who received care at home and stayed in bed during illness and for a few days after fared the best.

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