Cutter Incident

In "Cutter Incident," renowned author Paul A. Offit, M.D., delves into a pivotal moment in medical history that forever changed the landscape of vaccine manufacturing. Published in 2007, this compelling narrative recounts the tragic events of 1955 at Cutter Laboratories in Berkeley, California, where a catastrophic incident led to widespread vaccine contamination. Offit meticulously explores how this disaster not only impacted public health but also caused many pharmaceutical companies to reconsider their roles in vaccine production. Spanning 256 pages, "Cutter Incident" offers a thorough examination of the intersection between medicine, public health, and the pharmaceutical industry, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of vaccines and preventive medicine. Discover how one incident shaped the future of vaccination in the United States and beyond.