One of the most infamous violations of medical ethics in U.S. history, the Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment was a government-run study that deliberately left hundreds of Black men untreated for syphilis—without their knowledge or consent.

📌 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The shocking details of how the U.S. Public Health Service misled and exploited Black men for over 40 years.
• The devastating impact on the Black community’s trust in healthcare and medical institutions.
• How the experiment influenced informed consent laws and medical ethics today.
• The psychological and generational trauma caused by medical racism.

🗣 Why This Matters:
This was not just a historical event—it’s a reminder of the deep-rooted mistrust in the medical system that still exists today. Understanding the truth behind these experiments helps us recognize patterns of systemic racism in healthcare and advocate for medical justice.

💬 Join the Conversation: How has the history of medical racism shaped your views on healthcare? Drop a comment & share your thoughts.

📢 If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Together, we can break the silence and demand accountability.

💜 Until next time, take care of yourself & your mental well-being. ✨