Preventable Diseases by Woods Hutchinson

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Author Hutchinson, Woods, 1862-1930
Title Preventable Diseases
Note Reading ease score: 47.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "Preventable Diseases" by Woods Hutchinson is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the mechanisms of diseases and emphasizes how many of them are preventable through understanding the body's natural defenses and the use of modern medicine. The book appears to focus on a range of health issues, exploring the role of nature in healing, and suggesting strategies for disease prevention. At the start of the book, Hutchinson introduces the human body as an imperfect but resilient mechanism capable of self-repair and adaptation to various circumstances. He discusses the innate healing powers of the body and elaborates on how many common ailments, such as colds or digestive issues, are often mischaracterized as diseases rather than natural defensive responses. The opening portion emphasizes a shift in modern medicine towards assisting the body's efforts to heal itself, rather than simply combating symptoms with medication. From the outset, Hutchinson sets the stage for an in-depth discussion on the interplay between heredity, environment, and disease in the pursuit of health. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class RC: Medicine: Internal medicine
Subject Medicine
Subject Hygiene
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EBook-No. 21965
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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