The U.S. has more thalidomide survivors than the government admits

In the 1950s and 1960s, doctors prescribed the drug thalidomide to pregnant women without disclosing its risks, leading to severe birth defects in children. Today, many of these children, now adults, are seeking acknowledgment and support from the U.S. government, which has historically underestimated the number of survivors. This issue highlights the long-term consequences of medical malpractice and the ongoing struggle for justice and recognition from those affected by historical pharmaceutical disasters.