The Black Angels of Sea View
A riveting account of how Black nurses helped cure tuberculosis at Sea View Hospital on Staten Island, NYC.
Welcome to Angels in Medicine, the site that highlights the work of medical humanitarians. These individuals and organizations provide healthcare and alleviate suffering for vulnerable populations: the poor, victims of natural disasters and conflicts, and those unable to access quality care.
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A riveting account of how Black nurses helped cure tuberculosis at Sea View Hospital on Staten Island, NYC.
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