Visceral And Hereditary Syphilis: With Special Reference To Measures Of Public Hygiene (1868)

By Francis Oppert

Book Overview

The book ""Visceral and Hereditary Syphilis: With Special Reference to Measures of Public Hygiene"" by Franz Oppert was published in 1868. The book discusses the prevalence of syphilis and its impact on public health during the 19th century. It focuses on two types of syphilis: visceral and hereditary.The author provides a detailed account of the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of syphilis. He also discusses the social and economic consequences of the disease, including its impact on marriage and childbirth.The book emphasizes the importance of public hygiene measures in preventing the spread of syphilis. The author advocates for the establishment of public health campaigns and the implementation of laws and regulations to control the disease.Overall, ""Visceral and Hereditary Syphilis"" is an important historical document that sheds light on the medical and social aspects of syphilis during the 19th century. It provides valuable insights into the development of public health policies and practices aimed at controlling the spread of infectious diseases.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165761661
• ISBN13: 9781165761661
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"