Health and Healthcare in England (1600-1800)

Covering plague and pregnancy, smallpox and sniffles, this course is an introduction to medical conditions and treatments, and their social effects, in Stuart and Georgian England. Questions covered include: how did people respond to deadly epidemic diseases? Which new drugs were introduced through global exploration and trade? And did religion remain important to experiences of suffering and healing? We will discuss natural and spiritual remedies and those who administered them, from physicians, surgeons and midwives to ‘witches’ and family members.

Tutor: Emma Marshall BA MA PhD

Term: Spring

Day: Tuesday

Start Date: 28 January 2025

Time: 7-9pm

No. of weeks: 8

Full fee: £91

This course will be delivered via Zoom. Students joining the course will need access to a computer, laptop or tablet with a microphone (essential) and a webcam (desirable), as well as a reliable broadband connection.

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