Bubble Boy David Vetter lived in a protective bubble
In his essay this week, NPR's Scott Simon remembers William T. Shearer, who died this week at the age of 81. He was the doctor of "The Boy In The Bubble."
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An opinion essay remembering Dr. William T. Shearer, who cared for David Vetter, the boy known as "The Boy In The Bubble." Visit to read Scott Simon's remembrance of the doctor and his role in that story.
- Remembers William T. Shearer and his connection to David Vetter
- Written by NPR's Scott Simon as an opinion essay
- Provides historical perspective on the boy known as "The Boy In The Bubble"
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Remembering William T. Shearer, doctor to “The Boy In The Bubble”
This page republishes an essay by NPR’s Scott Simon reflecting on William T. Shearer, described here as the doctor of “The Boy In The Bubble.” The text says Shearer died this week at age 81, and the essay is presented as a remembrance.
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You can read Scott Simon’s essay remembering Dr. Shearer and his association with the boy known as “The Boy In The Bubble.” The page is an opinion/remembering piece rather than a news report, framing the content as an essay.
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People interested in medical history or in personal recollections about people involved with famous cases will find the essay relevant. Readers who follow NPR commentators like Scott Simon may also be interested.
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