Explore wartime medicine and the fights against illness that shaped history.
This volume, Medical Services, Vol. 1: Diseases of the War, surveys how disease affected troops and how medical science responded during the war. It combines clinical experience with practical methods, from diagnosis to prevention, in a way that reads like a careful historical record.
- Insight into malaria, its forms, and how it was diagnosed and treated in the field
- The use of microscopy and mobile diagnosis units to identify infections quickly
- How subtertian malaria affected heart function, mental health, and recovery
- The broader impact of infectious diseases on troop readiness and care
Ideal for readers of medical history and military history who want a grounded look at how disease shaped wartime care and policy.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive examination of the diseases that affected troops throughout the world during WWI. The author examines the origins and spread of diseases such as dysentery, malaria, enteric fever, and typhus, providing insights into the challenges faced by medical professionals during this time. The book sheds light on the devastating impact of disease on soldiers, as well as the tireless efforts made to prevent its spread. The author explores the various measures employed to control outbreaks, from sanitary precautions to the use of vaccines and treatments, highlighting the advancements made in military medicine during the war. The text also delves into the broader historical and social context of disease during WWI, revealing the complex interplay between environmental factors, troop movements, and the overall course of the war. It concludes by emphasizing the enduring significance of the lessons learned during this period, offering valuable insights for future generations of medical professionals and military strategists. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334624087_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334624087
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334624087
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)