Publisher's Synopsis
This book is a collection of papers and reports from the National Conference on Pellagra, held in South Carolina in 1909. Pellagra, a debilitating and deadly disease caused by a deficiency of niacin, was prevalent in the southern United States in the early 20th century, and the conference brought together the leading experts in the field to discuss its causes, symptoms, and treatment. This fascinating and historically significant book offers readers a unique insight into the early days of public health research and the challenges faced by medical professionals in combating devastating diseases like pellagra.
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