Norrtulls sjukhus
Norrtulls sjukhus
Norrtulls sjukhus (pronunciation: /nɔrtʉls ˈɧʉːkˌhʉːs/) is a historical medical institution located in Stockholm, Sweden.
Etymology
The name "Norrtulls sjukhus" is derived from the Swedish words "Norrtull" meaning "north gate" and "sjukhus" meaning "hospital". The hospital was named after its location near the northern gate of Stockholm.
History
Norrtulls sjukhus was established in 1910 as a hospital for patients with infectious diseases. It was one of the first hospitals in Sweden to specialize in the treatment of infectious diseases. The hospital was closed in 1992 and the buildings are now used for other purposes.
Related Terms
- Infectious diseases: Diseases caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites. Many organisms live in and on our bodies and are normally harmless or even helpful, but under certain conditions, some organisms may cause disease.
- Hospital: A health care institution providing patient treatment with specialized medical and nursing staff and medical equipment.
- Stockholm: The capital of Sweden and the most populous city in the Nordic countries.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Norrtulls sjukhus
- Wikipedia's article - Norrtulls sjukhus
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