“The Flu”: A Brief History Of Influenza In U. S. America, Europe, Hawaii

“The Flu”: A Brief History of Influenza in U. S. America, Europe, Hawaii

by A. Mouritz

Published in 1921, "The Flu" by A. Mouritz delves into the history of influenza outbreaks in the United States, Europe, and Hawaii. It provides a concise overview of influenza epidemics and pandemics, exploring the causes, characteristics, and societal impacts of the disease. The book examines the role of microorganisms in influenza, the relationship between influenza and pneumonia, and various approaches to treatment. Mouritz's work offers insights into the historical understanding of influenza and its implications for public health.

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A. Mouritz

United Kingdom

Arthur Albert St. Maur Mouritz or A. Mouritz was a British physician known for his studies of leprosy in Hawaii. He travelled from England to Hawaii in 1883, and was the resident physician to the Kala...

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