Thalidomide: Return of an Infamous Pill | Retro Report on PBS

Strict prescription drug safety regulations in place today stem from the devastating consequences of thalidomide, a pill prescribed during pregnancy that was thought to be harmless. Today, it has become a case study for rising drug prices. This story is an excerpt from our new broadcast show with PBS. Stream full episodes at #RetroReportPBS 

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