Episode 421
In the late 1800s, Dr. Herbert Snow observed cancer patients and considered that a mix of different medications might do the trick for slowing down its progress. The Brompton Cocktail, as it was called, was mostly cocaine and morphine. Though used for a long time for pain relief, the cocktail proved to have its problems – but maybe not for the reason you would think.
Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers https://taxpayers.bandcamp.com/
Published on 3 years, 4 months ago
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