Northern
Northern (Medicine)
Northern (pronunciation: /ˈnɔːrðən/) is a term often used in the field of medicine to refer to conditions, treatments, or phenomena that are prevalent or originated in the northern regions of the world. The term itself is derived from the Old English norþ, meaning "north".
Related Terms
- Northern Syndrome: A hypothetical condition proposed to explain the higher prevalence of certain diseases in northern latitudes.
- Northern Medicine: A branch of medicine that focuses on health issues common in northern regions, including cold-related injuries and vitamin D deficiency due to lack of sunlight.
- Northern Exposure: A term used to describe the exposure to the environmental conditions of the north, which can have various health implications.
Etymology
The term "Northern" comes from the Old English norþ, which means "north". In a medical context, it is used to denote conditions or treatments that are prevalent or originated in the northern regions of the world.
Pronunciation
Northern is pronounced as /ˈnɔːrðən/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Northern
- Wikipedia's article - Northern
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