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This episode also contains a claim that Dr. Charles Drew [died April 1, 1950], known for his pioneering work with blood plasma, died in a North Carolina hospital which refused to admit him or treat his injuries based on his race. This claim, although widely repeated, is false.
Charles Richard Drew (June 3, 1904 – April 1, 1950) was an American surgeon and medical researcher. He researched in the field of blood transfusions, developing improved techniques for blood storage, and applied his expert knowledge to developing large-scale blood banks early in World War II.
Charles R. Drew, 45, African-American surgeon, who pioneered preservation techniques for use in blood banks, following an automobile accident. [6] An urban legend arose that Drew, whose work had saved so many lives, died because he was turned away from the nearest hospital because of his race.
Charles Drew may refer to: Charles R. Drew (1904–1950), American physician, surgeon, and medical researcher; Charles Drew (cricketer) (1888–1960), Australian cricketer; Charles Drew (surgeon) (1916–1987), cardiothoracic surgeon; Charles S. Drew (1825–1886), representative in the legislature of the Oregon Territory of the United States
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June 3 – Charles R. Drew (died 1950), African American physician, pioneer in blood transfusion. July 5 – Ernst Mayr (died 2005 ), German-born evolutionary biologist . August 5 – Kenneth V. Thimann (died 1997 ), English-American plant physiologist and microbiologist known for his studies of plant hormones .
Rousseau Grigg’s death last week was “sudden and unexpected,” her husband, Cameron Grigg, said in an Oct. 5 Instagram post. The young TikToker had risen to prominence posting about her life.