Archaeology history, History, 18th Century, History, 19th Century, History, 20th Century, Venezuela, Anthropology, Physical history, Forensic Anthropology history, Paleopathology history
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to report on the pioneering research of ten Venezuelan physicians who played an important role in the development of physical anthropology, paleopathology and, to a certain extent, of forensic anthropology in the country. A brief historical overview of the progress of this science in Venezuela, in the context of its evolution in other parts of the world, is also presented.
History, 20th Century, History, Modern 1601-, Venezuela, Communicable Disease Control history, Malaria history
Abstract
The paper presents a synthesis of the history of malaria: the ancient origins of disease, the parasites which produce it, and its vectors. Emphasis is given to its existence in Venezuela, the struggle against its endemic character during the decades of the XXth century and its almost total eradication from malarial areas during the fifties. Reference is also made to current research of an anti-malarial vaccine and its application in a rural area of this country.
Published
1992
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