Observations on the Diseases of Seamen by Sir Gilbert Blane

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Author Blane, Gilbert, Sir, 1749-1834
Title Observations on the Diseases of Seamen
Note Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Observations on the Diseases of Seamen" by Sir Gilbert Blane is a scientific publication written in the late 18th century. This work chronicles the medical history of the British naval fleet during a time of significant military engagement in the Caribbean, focusing on the health challenges faced by sailors and the diseases that affected them. Blane aims to provide insights into the conditions that lead to illness at sea and proposes preventative measures based on his observations. The opening of the text introduces Dr. Gilbert Blane, who served as a physician to the Royal Navy, detailing his commitment to improving the health of sailors as he witnessed the harsh realities of naval life. He outlines the historical context of his observations, noting the significant increase in the number of ships and the harsh living conditions experienced by the crew during their campaigns. Blane describes the methodologies employed to track the health of the fleet, including collecting disease reports from ship surgeons and the overall impact of diet, cleanliness, and environmental factors on the sailors' wellbeing as they navigated through various climates. This introduction sets the stage for a thorough examination of naval health, promising a detailed exploration of both maladies and remedies pertinent to seafaring life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class RC: Medicine: Internal medicine
Subject Sailors -- Diseases
Subject Medicine, Naval -- Early Works To 1800
Category Text
EBook-No. 53007
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 18, 2017
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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