Sun Journal27d
A young, Black scientist discovered a pivotal leprosy treatment in the 1920s; but an older colleague took the credit
In 1910, over 600 leprosy sufferers were living in Molokai. This policy overwhelmingly affected Native Hawaiians, who accounted for over 90% of all those exiled to Molokai. Doctors had attempted ...
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Underrated, But Worth A Visit: Hawaii's Least-Visited Island
Molokai offers stunning natural beauty and a ... where those infected with Hansen's disease, or leprosy, were isolated beginning in 1866. Historic buildings and landmarks still stand in the ...
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A young Black scientist discovered a pivotal leprosy treatment in the 1920s − but an older colleague took the credit
In 1910, over 600 leprosy sufferers were living in Molokai. This policy overwhelmingly affected Native Hawaiians, who accounted for over 90% of all those exiled to Molokai. Doctors had attempted ...