archive

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Shots - Health News

Did Penicillin, Rather Than The Pill, Usher In Age Of Love?

Would Woodstock have happened without penicillin?

January 30, 2013 Before penicillin was found to be effective against syphilis during World War II, sex brought with it the risk of syphilis, an disease that can cause blindness, dementia and paralysis. An economist argues that treatment was a key factor in the sexual revolution.

Summary

NPR thanks our sponsors

Become an NPR Sponsor