Norwegian

Norwegian (Medicine)

Norwegian (pronunciation: /nɔːrˈwiːdʒən/; etymology: from Old Norse norvegr, northern way) is a North Germanic language spoken primarily in Norway, where it is the official language. In the context of medicine, Norwegian has contributed to several medical terminologies and practices.

Norwegian Medical Terminology

Epidemiology (pronunciation: /ˌɛpɪˌdiːmiˈɒlədʒi/; etymology: from Greek epi, upon + demos, people + logos, study) is a significant branch of medicine that originated in Norway. It deals with the incidence, distribution, and possible control of diseases and other factors relating to health.

Geriatrics (pronunciation: /dʒɛrɪˈatrɪks/; etymology: from Greek geron, old man + iatros, healer) is another field where Norwegian medical professionals have made significant contributions. It is the branch of medicine or social science dealing with the health and care of old people.

Pediatrics (pronunciation: /ˌpiːdiˈatrɪks/; etymology: from Greek pais, child + iatros, healer) is a branch of medicine dealing with the health and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents from birth up to the age of 18. Norwegian pediatricians are renowned for their expertise and contributions to this field.

Related Terms

Scandinavian (pronunciation: /ˌskændɪˈneɪviən/; etymology: from Late Latin Scandinavia, from a Germanic source) is a term often associated with Norwegian, as it refers to anything related to Scandinavia, a region in Northern Europe that includes Norway, Sweden, and Denmark.

Nordic (pronunciation: /ˈnɔːrdɪk/; etymology: from Old Norse nórse, northern) is another term related to Norwegian. It refers to the Nordic countries, a geographical and cultural region in Northern Europe and the North Atlantic that includes Norway.

Viking (pronunciation: /ˈvaɪkɪŋ/; etymology: from Old Norse víkingr, pirate) is a historical term related to Norway. It refers to the seafaring Scandinavian people from the late eighth to early 11th century.

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Norwegian
• Wikipedia's article - Norwegian

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