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Discover how Minnesota's climate and towns could support healthier living for patients and caregivers alike. Learn what early medical observers found about lung disease, climate, and daily life in the 19th century.
This book surveys Minnesota as a destination for invalids, with chapters on consumption, climate, and the practicalities of making the state a home for healing. It presents conversations among physicians and cases from St. Paul and across Minnesota, including attempts to measure health outcomes and the role of the environment in recovery. The text combines historical notes, data, and reflections to help readers judge whether a northern climate might aid their health.
- How doctors and patients evaluated the connection between climate, lung disease, and recovery.
- Mortality patterns and health observations in St. Paul, with comparisons to other cities.
- Debates about when climate helps and how to choose the right season or setting.
- Practical insights into what living in Minnesota could mean for invalids and their families.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the nature of tuberculosis, particularly its causes and the treatment of consumption in various climates. The author argues that a weakened state of health prepares the system for the development of tuberculosis, as opposed to believing it is the initial cause. The author also posits that cold and moisture are the main drivers of the disease, with consumption being more frequent in regions where these elements are prevalent. The book emphasizes the importance of selecting the right climate for those suffering from consumption, with the goal of finding a balance that assists the body in healing without causing further harm. According to the author, a climate that is too sedative can hinder progress and ultimately do more harm than good. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the causes, treatments, and climatic considerations for consumption, offering valuable insights for those seeking a deeper understanding of the disease and its management. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781332247646_0
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Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Minnesota as a Home for InvalidsWe trust that our readers will follow us through the introductory chapters, as the following chapters presuppose a knowledge of consumption as it is now understood.About. Seller Inventory # 2147938123
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