Benjamin Rush, Civic Health, and Human Illness in the Early American Republic
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Explores the life and work of Benjamin Rush, a prominent physician and civic leader in the early American republic.
Examines Rush's theories on the relationship between civic health and human illness, which were influential in shaping public health policy in the United States.
Discusses Rush's role in the founding of the Pennsylvania Hospital and the College of Physicians of Philadelphia.
Analyzes Rush's writings on mental illness, yellow fever, and other medical topics, which provide insights into the medical knowledge and practices of the time.
Argues that Rush's ideas about civic health and human illness remain relevant today, offering lessons for understanding the complex relationship between public health and social well-being.
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