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In the anatomical atlas of William Smellie, man-midwife, the artwork demonstrates various techniques for #forceps delivery. Smellie trained his students using a #machine--a manikin. The story of its use and dissappearance can be found on our site: https://t.co/RkDYMDUcNg
The effects of #Cholera: a seemingly healthy person deteriorated in as little as a single day. Sometimes referred to as #thesickrose, such patients could take on a blueish hue, consequence of dehydration, #hemorrhage, and breaking blood vessels due to vomiting. (image: Wellcome)
One of the most feared #diseases of #childhood, #Diphtheria caused a false membrane to grow over the larynx--suffocating victims.
#MuseumSelfieDay 2018 is here! @MuseumSelfieDay. Which of our engaging characters will you be taking YOUR selfie with, #Cleveland? cc @cwru Tag the museum with your shots!
In 1875, the 243-person death toll from diphtheria comprised 8.2% of all reported deaths. As was typical of the disease, children comprised most of the mortalities. The #vaccine arrived in 1890s #evidencebased #stillmatters
In 1875, the 243-person death toll from diphtheria comprised 8.2% of all reported deaths. As was typical of the disease, children comprised most of the mortalities. The #vaccine arrived in 1890s #evidencebased #stillmatters
Nancy Talbot Clark, a graduate of Western Reserve (#CWRU) tried unsuccessfully to gain admission to the Massachusetts Medical Society. Male members rejected her, "male candidates only for membership.” Nevertheless, #ShePersisted #womeninmedicine #womeninstem
Nancy Talbot Clark, a graduate of Western Reserve (#CWRU) tried unsuccessfully to gain admission to the Massachusetts Medical Society. Male members rejected her, "male candidates only for membership.” Nevertheless, #ShePersisted #womeninmedicine #womeninstem
Happy #internationalcatsday ! This poor kitty demonstrates the proper use of emetics (the two jars here). Purgatives were all the rage!