"A Book of Medical Discourses, in Two Parts" by Rebecca Lee Crumpler is a late 19th-century guide that offers insight into the well-being of women and infants. The book educates mothers, nurses, and caregivers on how to understand, prevent, and treat prevalent diseases in these vulnerable groups, while underlining the essential role of educated care. It introduces the author's dedication to resolving the health concerns of women and children, alongside her substantial background in nursing and medicine. Through her years of practical experience observing and treating diseases, Crumpler underlines the importance of understanding and prevention, striving to challenge widespread misunderstandings around childcare, as well as encouraging better habits in nourishment, cleanliness, and delivery.
A Book of Medical Discourses, in Two Parts
By Rebecca Lee Crumpler
Discover how to protect the health of women and infants through expert advice on preventing and treating common ailments in this comprehensive 19th-century medical resource.
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About the AuthorRebecca Lee Crumpler was an American physician, nurse and author. After studying at the New England Female Medical College, in 1864 she became the first African American woman to become a doctor of medicine in the United States. Crumpler was also one of the first female physician authors in the nineteenth century. In 1883, she published A Book of Medical Discourses. The book has two parts that cover the prevention and cure of infantile bowel complaints, and the life and growth of human beings. Dedicated to nurses and mothers, it focuses on maternal and pediatric medical care and was among the first publications written by an African American on the subject of medicine.
Rebecca Lee Crumpler was an American physician, nurse and author. After studying at the New England Female Medical College, in 1864 she became the first African American woman to become a doctor of medicine in the United States. Crumpler was also one of the first female physician authors in the nineteenth century. In 1883, she published A Book of Medical Discourses. The book has two parts that cover the prevention and cure of infantile bowel complaints, and the life and growth of human beings. Dedicated to nurses and mothers, it focuses on maternal and pediatric medical care and was among the first publications written by an African American on the subject of medicine.
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