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Historical Medicine

Historical Medicine (pronunciation: his-tor-i-cal med-i-cine) is a branch of medicine that deals with the history of medical science. It involves the study of the evolution of various medical practices, theories, and treatments over time.

Etymology

The term 'Historical Medicine' is derived from two words. 'Historical' comes from the Latin word 'historia', which means 'history', and 'Medicine' comes from the Latin word 'medicina', which means 'the healing art'.

Related Terms

  • Medical History: The chronological record of a patient's medical background and personal habits.
  • Medical Anthropology: The study of how health and illness are shaped, experienced, and understood in light of global, historical, and political forces.
  • Medical Sociology: The sociological analysis of medical organizations and institutions.
  • History of Medicine: The history of medicine shows how societies have changed in their approach to illness and disease from ancient times to the present.

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