George Miller Beard Libros

A pioneering study of the relationship between old age and work, by renowned physician and social reformer George Miller Beard. Beard's work remains a landmark of scientific inquiry into the effects of aging on cognition and physical ability.

First published in 1877, this book was one of the first comprehensive examinations of the phenomenon now known as seasonal allergies. Drawing on his own clinical experience as well as the latest scientific research of the time, Beard identifies the symptoms and causes of hay fever and proposes a range of treatments, from herbal remedies to the use of modern medical technologies like electrotherapy. While much has changed in our understanding and treatment of allergies since the book's initial publication, Hay-Fever or Summer Catarrh remains a landmark work in the history of medical science.

This book explores the condition of sexual neurasthenia, a nervous disorder that was thought to be caused by excessive sexual activity or moral decay. It provides information on the hygiene, causes, symptoms, and treatment of this condition, as well as a chapter on diet for the nervous. This classic medical text is still relevant today and provides a unique insight into the history of medicine.

This classic text is a seminal work on the medical applications of electricity. It covers a wide range of topics, from the physics of electrical currents to the therapeutic uses of electromagnetism. The book includes detailed descriptions of various devices and techniques, as well as case studies and clinical applications. A must-read for historians of medicine, as well as practitioners and researchers in the field of electrotherapy.

First published in 1873, this comprehensive guide to home healthcare remains a valuable resource for modern readers. Written in accessible language and covering topics from first aid to chronic disease management, this book offers practical advice for anyone looking to take charge of their health.

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