Dr. Peter Mansell and Sue Cooper Oral History Interview 1 February 28, 2003

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Dr. Peter Mansell and Sue Cooper Oral History Interview 1 February 28, 2003

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This interview with Dr. Peter Mansell and Sue Cooper begins with Dr. Mansell’s early career, then transitions to his contributions to M. D. Anderson and AIDS research. Dr. Mansell and Cooper discuss the challenges and solutions in the panicked, anti-gay environment of the early 1980s. Cooper reveals the perspective of a social worker concerned by the emotional well-being of patients and their families. Her stories complement those of Dr. Mansell.

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Historical Resources Center, Research Medical Library, The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center

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