From 1871 to 1875, something unusual happened every year at the West Riding Pauper Lunatic Asylum in Wakefield. The Medical Superintendent, James Crichton-Browne, put together a series of gatherings called medical conversaziones. These were not your typical meetings. They were a mix of learning and entertainment. The main goal was to educate local doctors. They got ...

In the vast landscapes of Patagonia, a single grave tells a story of health and hardship from the 18th and 19th centuries. This grave belonged to an Indigenous person who lived during a time when their community interacted with European settlers. Scientists wanted to know more about the health of these people, especially the parasites that might have lived in their g...

During the Nazi regime, pharmacology played a significant role. The importance of chemical warfare agents became clear during World War I. Medicines were crucial for treating diseases like malaria and typhoid fever. The goal was to keep soldiers fighting for as long as possible. A recent study looked at the directors of university pharmacology institutes in Germany ...

Medieval times were heavily shaped by Christian beliefs. Within this era, saints were highly respected as figures who could help cure illnesses. When it comes to urology, six saints are particularly notable. First, there is Saint Margaret of Antioch. She is often shown wearing a belt around her kidneys, which is why she is connected to nephrology. She is seen as a p...

The late 1800s and early 1900s were a time of change for Curitiba. This period saw a rise in activities that got people moving. These activities were not just for fun. They were also seen as a way to boost public health. Newspapers from that time show how sports and physical activities were linked to making the city better and stronger. Sports and physical activitie...