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Series 7. Research notes
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Cancer – case studies from Sao-Paulo, Brazil

Manuscripts

Cancer – case studies from Sao-Paulo, Brazil

Description: Case studies and clinical observations (mostly supplied in translation) of various cancer patients responding to treatment of new drug "Curelemina" developed by Sebastião Corain in São Paulo, Brazil. Includes photographs, x-rays, clinical observations as well as patient testimonials.
Type: Manuscripts(Opens in new tab)
Date: 1951
Call number: mssFunk Collection
Creator: Funk, Casimir (1884-1967)(Opens in new tab)
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Associated people

Harrow, Benjamin, (1888-1970.)

Funk, Ian C., (1915-1999.)

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U.S. Vitamin Corporation.

Funk Foundation.

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