Termini medici in lingua fennica occurrentes by Johannes Agapetus Törngren

"Termini medici in lingua fennica occurrentes" by Johannes Agapetus Törngren is a scientific publication written during the early 19th century. This work serves as an academic dissertation aimed at the study of medical terminology utilized in the Finnish language, addressing the lack of clarity and understanding among Finnish-speaking medical practitioners. The book primarily focuses on providing a comprehensive list of medical terms along with their meanings in Finnish, contributing significantly to the advancement of medical knowledge accessible to the Finnish-speaking population. In its content, "Termini medici in lingua fennica occurrentes" delves into the historical context of medical practices in Finland, examining the evolution of medical knowledge and terminology. The text assembles a wide array of medical terms along with their corresponding Finnish translations, facilitating better communication and understanding in the field of medicine for both practitioners and patients. Törngren's work acknowledges the significance of making medical knowledge more accessible and comprehensible in the vernacular language, thereby promoting a more informed approach toward health and treatment in Finnish society. This dissertation not only serves as a vital resource for medical professionals but also reflects the broader educational and cultural efforts during its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Törngren, Johannes Agapetus, 1772-1859
Title Termini medici in lingua fennica occurrentes
Dissertatio academica
Credits E-text prepared by Jari Koivisto
Reading Level Reading ease score: 22.8 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
Language Latin
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
LoC Class R: Medicine
Subject Medicine -- Terminology
Subject Finnish language -- Foreign words and phrases -- Latin
Category Text
eBook-No. 59888
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Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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