My Lifelong Fight Against Disease: From Polio and AIDS to Covid-19

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Anticipating a career in medicine, Dr. William A. Haseltine received pivotal advice during his early graduate studies at Harvard: "You can do more for human health through science than you ever could as a doctor." This insight transformed his path, leading him to combat cancers, address the HIV/AIDS pandemic, and unlock the human genome, resulting in numerous pharmaceutical advancements. His contributions in molecular biology and genomics, along with his high-level advisory roles, have significantly improved global health. For the first time, Dr. Haseltine shares his life story in My Lifelong Fight Against Disease, reflecting on his experiences with public health crises like COVID-19 and moments of medical discovery. His narrative aims to inspire the next generation to contribute meaningfully to human life while highlighting science as a humanistic endeavor. This engaging and fast-paced account offers an insider's perspective on remarkable medical breakthroughs, providing a candid and evocative exploration of dedicating one’s life to science.