American Experience S36E03 - The Cancer Detectives

Episode Overview

This is the remarkable tale of the pioneering battle against cancer and the diverse group of individuals who dedicated themselves to protecting women from cervical cancer. It features Greek immigrant Dr. George Papanicolaou and his courageous wife, Mary, alongside Japanese artist Hashime Murayama. The story also highlights Dr. Helen Dickens, an African American OBGYN based in Philadelphia, and a groundbreaking generation of female scientists who all played crucial roles in this fight.

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