Syphilis: From the "Great Pox" to the Modern Version - Epidemics in Western Society
Offered By: Yale University via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the history and impact of syphilis in this 49-minute lecture from Yale University's "Epidemics in Western Society Since 1600" course. Delve into the controversial origins of the disease, its spread through Europe during the late 16th and early 17th centuries, and its far-reaching effects on society. Examine how syphilis challenged existing medical theories and sparked religious interpretations. Learn about the disease's symptoms, transmission, and its indiscriminate impact on all social classes. Discover how the study of syphilis raises comparative questions about diseases and their societal implications. Gain insights into the complex interplay between scientific research, historical context, and cultural attitudes surrounding this infamous epidemic.
Syllabus
- Chapter 1. Comparative Questions about Diseases
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- Chapter 2. Syphilis: Background
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- Chapter 3. Origins
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- Chapter 4. Etiology and Symptomatology
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- Chapter 5. Societal Effects
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