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Thalidomide and Teratogenic Medications: History, Impact, and Modern Safety Lessons
Caspian Mortensen Jan, 3 2026 0Thalidomide caused thousands of birth defects in the 1950s and 60s because it wasn't tested for fetal harm. This is the story of how it happened, how it was stopped, and how it's now used safely in cancer treatment.
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