Dr Jane Stevens Crawshaw, Oxford Brookes University

The plague was one of early modern Europe’s most deadly and feared diseases. At the forefront of developing public health campaigns in the face of epidemics, from the 14th century onwards, were the doctors who advised on the prevention and treatment of the disease. This paper will consider continuity and change in the attitudes and advice given by doctors between 1500 and 1700. In particular, it will set theories, as reflected in written texts, alongside the information we have about the realities of treatment. In the context of the latter, attention will be paid to the material culture of public health for the plague, including occupational clothing and the iconic plague doctor costume.

Refreshments are available from 4.00 pm; the seminar begins at 4.30 pm and should finish around 5.45 pm.

The complete 2011-2012 seminar programme is attached below.

EHMG Seminars 2011-2012

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Refreshments are available from 4.00 pm; the seminar begins at 4.30 pm and should finish around 5.45 pm.

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