9780282124458 - Report of a Committee of the Associate Medical Members of the Sanitary Commission on the Subject of Scurvy With Special Reference to Practice in the Army and Navy (... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the history, symptoms, and treatments of scurvy, a preventable disease that plagued armies and navies for centuries. While the author acknowledges that scurvy is often associated with nutritional deficiencies, they emphasize the importance of physical, moral, and dietetic factors in its development. The book highlights the devastating impact of scurvy on military forces throughout history, including the Crimean War and the American Civil War. It explores the various causes of scurvy, such as lack of fresh vegetables, excessive moisture, and mental distress, and emphasizes the crucial role of hygiene, proper nutrition, and morale in preventing its occurrence. The author provides detailed descriptions of the symptoms of scurvy, including swollen gums, skin discoloration, and joint pain, and discusses the various treatments used throughout history, including lime juice, potash, and tonics. Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the importance of understanding the causes of scurvy and implementing effective preventive measures to safeguard the health of soldiers and sailors. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, the prevention and treatment of scurvy, and the importance of maintaining the health and well-being of military personnel. 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.