Global Healthcare
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The first human heart stransplant in 1967
Christiaan Neethling Barnard (November 8, 1922 – September 2, 2001) was a South African heart surgeon who performed the world’s first human-to-human heart transplant on December 3, 1967. Born in…
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The history of the invention of the first stethoscope
The invention of the stethoscope Before the stethoscope was invented, doctors often had to place their ear and head directly on the patient’s chest to listen to the heartbeat. This…
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Syphilis: The Scourge of the Renaissance
During the Renaissance, the transformation of epidemic diseases or the classification of prominent diagnoses created an impression similar to the transformation in art, science, and scholarship. Although leprosy had not…
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Dhanvantari
Dhanvantari is a deity in Hinduism, regarded as the god of medicine and the divine patron of Ayurveda, the traditional system of Indian medicine. Here are some detailed facts about…
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Isis
Isis is one of the most important and widely venerated goddesses in ancient Egyptian religion. She is known for her roles in protection, healing, and as a symbol of motherhood…
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Vishnu
Vishnu is one of the most significant deities in Hinduism, widely worshipped and regarded as one of the three gods of the Trimurti, which includes Brahma (the creator), Vishnu (the…
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Tara
Tara is one of the most important and popular deities in Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism. She is revered as a goddess of compassion and assistance, a protector who guides devotees…
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Thoth
Thoth is one of the most important deities in ancient Egyptian mythology, revered as the god of wisdom, writing, magic, and the moon. Here are some detailed facts about Thoth:…
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Imhotep
Imhotep is a renowned historical figure from ancient Egypt who was later venerated as a deity in this civilization. He is best known for his roles as an architect, physician,…
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Hygieia
Hygieia is a goddess in Greek mythology, revered as the symbol of health, cleanliness, and hygiene. Her name is the origin of the English word “hygiene,” which means “cleanliness.” Here…