Publications by authors named "Motassem Nashawaty"

Sir Erasmus Wilson (1809-1884) was a towering figure who pioneered dermatology in England. He was also a great advocate of regular bathing and the setting up of public baths. His emphasis on proper hygiene even extended to one's living quarters.

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Epidemics of nutritional deficiency disorders, caused by a lack of vitamins and minerals, were once very common and claimed many victims. Fortunately, advances in medicine have led to improved diets and a decline in the incidence of these disorders so that they are now seen clinically less often. Reminders of diseases such as scurvy, chlorosis, and pellagra can be found in artwork from the 19th century.

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