Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer
Data
Track the importance of data mapping and analysis in the quest to improve public health. The painstaking work of past data detectives made us aware of epidemic "curves" as well as the extent of health inequalities among different U.S. communities.
Episode Clips

Alexander Fleming's Messy Desk Leads to a Major Discovery
Alexander Fleming's untidy desk becomes the key to a major scientific breakthrough.

How Gertrude Elion Became a Pioneer of Modern Medicine
Gertrude Elion's role in developing drugs made her a pioneer of modern medicine.