HIST 3931 - History of Medicine

Institution:

East Tennessee State University

Subject:

History

Description:

This course chronologically reviews several select eras and events that have significantly shaped the process of healing throughout history. The scientific, social, geographical, political, religious, economic, and public health aspects underlying the challenges presented by various diseases will be explored. Key historical changes in defining illness, disease, health, and wellness as well as in developing classification systems of disease are examined from the viewpoints of both healers and sufferers.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.etsu.edu

Phone Number:

(423) 439-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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