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Diseases, Medicine and Healthcare in Colonial Bengal is a comprehensive historical study that investigates the complex interplay between traditional Indian medical systems and Western medicine during the British colonial period. The authors analyze how diseases shaped colonial society, the development of healthcare infrastructure, and the evolution of medical knowledge in Bengal.
The book explores the social, cultural, and economic dimensions of medicine in colonial Bengal, examining epidemics, public health policies, and the experiences of patients and practitioners. It provides insights into how colonialism transformed medical practices, the resistance to Western medicine, and the adaptation of traditional Ayurvedic and Unani systems. The work contributes significantly to postcolonial medical history and offers valuable perspectives on healthcare development in South Asia.
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