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Chemistry has helped to revolutionize healthcare. From valves for artificial hearts to synthetic diamonds that tip precision scalpels, new products and materials have led to myriad innovations in the operating room. Chemistry also helps doctors maintain a constant supply of clean bandages, sterile instruments, and safe and healthy environments for their patients.
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prevention
American chemistry produces the active ingredient in aspirin, classified by the World Health Organization as “essential” and responsible for reducing and preventing thousands of heart attacks.
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New Medical Advances Improve Lives
Chemistry can be linked to many new and exciting advances in the healthcare field. Read on for several examples of how chemistry contributes to the development of medical products and programs that improve the health—and even save the lives—of thousands of people worldwide. » learn more
smile
Few of us look forward to a trip to the dentist, but over the years, we have increased our collective awareness of the importance of good oral hygiene. And technology has kept pace, providing better ways to maintain our smiles. » learn more
prosthetics
Jesse Sullivan has been called the world’s first real-life bionic man. He lost both of his arms in a power-line accident in 2001, while working as a utility lineman. He is now equipped with two prosthetic arms, one of which is controlled by thought. » learn more
medical advancements
Plastics: Making Medicine Work
The plastics industry in particular is responsible for many advancements that allow doctors to diagnose and treat patients with more ease and efficiency than ever before. State-of-the-art medical equipment helps people recover, rehabilitate, and regain their quality of life. » learn more
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The Healing Power of Chemistry
Chemistry produces 80 percent of the substances used to formulate today’s medicines. Innovations in this field have reduced hospitalization while lessening or eliminating a wide range of diseases and infirmities. All told, the business of chemistry contributes substantially to increase our quality of life, helping us live longer and live healthier. » learn more
Initiatives
Long Range Research
Chemistry sponsors independent research designed to protect children by applying new scientific methods that guard against potential risks » learn more