#medhistorymonday
Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman in America to receive a medical degree, was born on February 3, 1821, near Bristol, England. After moving to America with her family in 1832, they faced financial difficulties following the death of her father in 1838. Alongside her mother and sisters, Blackwell worked as a teacher to support their needs.
Inspired by a dying friend who wished for a female physician, Blackwell decided to pursue a career in medicine. Despite the prevailing norms of the time, which excluded women from medical education, she persisted in her ambition. In 1847, Blackwell applied to medical schools in Philadelphia but faced rejection from all. However, she was ultimately admitted to Geneva College in New York, albeit mistakenly due to what was meant as a practical joke.
During her time at Geneva College, Blackwell faced discrimination and exclusion from lectures and labs. Nonetheless, she earned the respect of her professors and peers and graduated at the top of her class in 1849. She furthered her training in London and Paris hospitals, where she witnessed the importance of preventative care and hygiene practices that other doctors often neglected.
Upon returning to New York City in 1851, Blackwell encountered widespread discrimination against female physicians, resulting in limited patients and challenges in practicing in hospitals and clinics. Undeterred, she opened a small clinic to provide healthcare to impoverished women. Eventually, in 1857, she established the New York Infirmary for Women and Children with her sister Emily Blackwell and colleague Marie Zakrzewska. The infirmary not only provided medical care but also created opportunities for women physicians.
During the Civil War, Elizabeth and Emily Blackwell focused on training nurses for Union hospitals. In 1868, Elizabeth opened a medical college in New York City and appointed Emily as its head. She then returned to London permanently in 1869, where she became a professor of gynecology at the newly established London School of Medicine for Women. Additionally, Blackwell played a pivotal role in founding the National Health Society and authored notable books, including her autobiography, "Pioneer Work in Opening the Medical Profession to Women" (1895).
Elizabeth Blackwell's unwavering determination not only allowed her to overcome gender-based barriers but also paved the way for numerous women seeking careers in medicine. Her contributions to healthcare, medical education, and the advancement of women in the field continue to inspire generations of future physicians.
Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman in America to receive a medical degree, was born on February 3, 1821, near Bristol, England. After moving to America with her family in 1832, they faced financial difficulties following the death of her father in 1838. Alongside her mother and sisters, Blackwell worked as a teacher to support their needs.
Inspired by a dying friend who wished for a female physician, Blackwell decided to pursue a career in medicine. Despite the prevailing norms of the time, which excluded women from medical education, she persisted in her ambition. In 1847, Blackwell applied to medical schools in Philadelphia but faced rejection from all. However, she was ultimately admitted to Geneva College in New York, albeit mistakenly due to what was meant as a practical joke.
During her time at Geneva College, Blackwell faced discrimination and exclusion from lectures and labs. Nonetheless, she earned the respect of her professors and peers and graduated at the top of her class in 1849. She furthered her training in London and Paris hospitals, where she witnessed the importance of preventative care and hygiene practices that other doctors often neglected.
Upon returning to New York City in 1851, Blackwell encountered widespread discrimination against female physicians, resulting in limited patients and challenges in practicing in hospitals and clinics. Undeterred, she opened a small clinic to provide healthcare to impoverished women. Eventually, in 1857, she established the New York Infirmary for Women and Children with her sister Emily Blackwell and colleague Marie Zakrzewska. The infirmary not only provided medical care but also created opportunities for women physicians.
During the Civil War, Elizabeth and Emily Blackwell focused on training nurses for Union hospitals. In 1868, Elizabeth opened a medical college in New York City and appointed Emily as its head. She then returned to London permanently in 1869, where she became a professor of gynecology at the newly established London School of Medicine for Women. Additionally, Blackwell played a pivotal role in founding the National Health Society and authored notable books, including her autobiography, "Pioneer Work in Opening the Medical Profession to Women" (1895).
Elizabeth Blackwell's unwavering determination not only allowed her to overcome gender-based barriers but also paved the way for numerous women seeking careers in medicine. Her contributions to healthcare, medical education, and the advancement of women in the field continue to inspire generations of future physicians.
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Forwarded from SCOME ETHIOPIA
Dearest EMSA Ethiopia members,SCOME ETHIOPIA presents you new online series workshop.
The Language Series
This is an initiative crafted to reduce the communication barriers in healthcare.
This round we present you the first session of Series.
Sign Language.
It will be given by
Certified Sign Language Instructors and Special Needs Teachers.
๐September 2023
Register down below๐๐ฝ๐๐ฝ
Registration link
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Activity Description
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Limited Quota! Early bird gets the worm
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This is an initiative crafted to reduce the communication barriers in healthcare.
This round we present you the first session of Series.
It will be given by
Certified Sign Language Instructors and Special Needs Teachers.
๐September 2023
Register down below๐๐ฝ๐๐ฝ
Registration link
For more
Activity Description
Register Now!!
Limited Quota! Early bird gets the worm
SCOME ETHIOPIA
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Good morning fellow Scome and PAL+ OES members๐,
We are pleased to announce that we will be holding a mentorship day program for you guys and, we invite all of you to be part of this amazing event๐ฅ which will include,
โOrientation training
โTrivia
โBoard gamesโ
โmany and more
Clinicals: Sept 5 at TASH 5:00-7:00 LT
Preclinicals: Sept 9, SSC 3:00 LT-6:00LT
P.S. its also the last day for those who would to be part of our program, so make sure to be there and be part of something big!
We are pleased to announce that we will be holding a mentorship day program for you guys and, we invite all of you to be part of this amazing event๐ฅ which will include,
โOrientation training
โTrivia
โBoard gamesโ
โmany and more
Clinicals: Sept 5 at TASH 5:00-7:00 LT
Preclinicals: Sept 9, SSC 3:00 LT-6:00LT
P.S. its also the last day for those who would to be part of our program, so make sure to be there and be part of something big!
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Forwarded from EMSA-MMC
Hello everyone ๐
We are here with another exciting event!!
โจExperiance sharing series event organized by SCOME MMC.
๐This webinar is designed to offer students understanding of Qualification exam and strategies on how to effectively prepare for it.
Here is a link to register.
๐ Sep30, 2023
โฐ 8:00 Am
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We are here with another exciting event!!
โจExperiance sharing series event organized by SCOME MMC.
๐This webinar is designed to offer students understanding of Qualification exam and strategies on how to effectively prepare for it.
Here is a link to register.
๐ Sep30, 2023
โฐ 8:00 Am
The link will be released later.
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Forwarded from Rotaract Club of Fanos
๐ Exciting News! ๐
๐บ The wait is over! The first episode of "แจแฅแแถแฝ แฅแ แแแแต แคแ แแแชแซ" is finally here, and we couldn't be more thrilled to share it with you! ๐ฅ
๐ฅ Join us on a captivating journey as we delve into the world of health and wellness, providing valuable insights and empowering tips specifically tailored for women and children. ๐ช๐คฑ๐ฟ๐ถ๐พ
๐ป Click on the link below to watch the episode and embark on an incredible adventure towards a healthier and happier lifestyle! ๐
๐ EPISODE 1 LINK
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๐บ The wait is over! The first episode of "แจแฅแแถแฝ แฅแ แแแแต แคแ แแแชแซ" is finally here, and we couldn't be more thrilled to share it with you! ๐ฅ
๐ฅ Join us on a captivating journey as we delve into the world of health and wellness, providing valuable insights and empowering tips specifically tailored for women and children. ๐ช๐คฑ๐ฟ๐ถ๐พ
๐ป Click on the link below to watch the episode and embark on an incredible adventure towards a healthier and happier lifestyle! ๐
๐ EPISODE 1 LINK
#แจแฅแแถแฝแคแ #HealthAndWellness #Empowerment #YouTubePremiere #rotary #rotaract #interact #createhopeintheworld #BeBold #WeAreOne #LiftingEachotherUp #racfanos
Join us on all our socials!
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#MedhistoryMonday
How do you cure one drug epidemic? Create a new drug. Thatโs what happened in the late 1880s, when heroin was introduced as a safe and non-addictive substitute for morphine. Known as diamorphine, it was created by an English chemical researcher named C.R. Alder Wright in the 1870s, but it wasnโt until a chemist working for Bayer pharmaceuticals discovered Wrightโs paper in 1895 that the drug came to market.
Finding it to be five times more effectiveโand supposedly less addictiveโthan morphine, Bayer began advertising a heroin-laced aspirin in 1898, which they marketed towards children suffering from sore throats, coughs, and cold. Some bottles depicted children eagerly reaching for the medicine, with moms giving their sick kids heroin on a spoon. Doctors started to have an inkling that heroin may not be as non-addictive as it seemed when patients began coming back for bottle after bottle. Despite the pushback from physicians and negative stories about heroinโs side effects pilling up, Bayer continued to market and produce their product until 1913. Eleven years later, the FDA banned heroin altogether.
How do you cure one drug epidemic? Create a new drug. Thatโs what happened in the late 1880s, when heroin was introduced as a safe and non-addictive substitute for morphine. Known as diamorphine, it was created by an English chemical researcher named C.R. Alder Wright in the 1870s, but it wasnโt until a chemist working for Bayer pharmaceuticals discovered Wrightโs paper in 1895 that the drug came to market.
Finding it to be five times more effectiveโand supposedly less addictiveโthan morphine, Bayer began advertising a heroin-laced aspirin in 1898, which they marketed towards children suffering from sore throats, coughs, and cold. Some bottles depicted children eagerly reaching for the medicine, with moms giving their sick kids heroin on a spoon. Doctors started to have an inkling that heroin may not be as non-addictive as it seemed when patients began coming back for bottle after bottle. Despite the pushback from physicians and negative stories about heroinโs side effects pilling up, Bayer continued to market and produce their product until 1913. Eleven years later, the FDA banned heroin altogether.
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Are you a medical student seeking to make a difference in your educational journey? Look no further! SCOME'S Complaint collection bot, developed by SCOME-AA's SCOME Improvers Project, is here to empower you to voice your concerns, suggestions, and complaints about your curriculum.
โจSCOME complaint collection bot offers a user-friendly interface that simplifies the process of submitting complaints. Whether you're dissatisfied with the course structure, teaching methods, evaluation procedures, or resource availability, this bot, crafted by the SCOME-AA's
โจSCOME Improvers Project, is your dedicated ally in ensuring that your voice is heard. Your feedback matters, and the project team behind the bot is committed to channeling it to the appropriate authorities for consideration.
Ready to make a difference? Click ๐ here ๐ to start!!!
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โจSCOME complaint collection bot offers a user-friendly interface that simplifies the process of submitting complaints. Whether you're dissatisfied with the course structure, teaching methods, evaluation procedures, or resource availability, this bot, crafted by the SCOME-AA's
โจSCOME Improvers Project, is your dedicated ally in ensuring that your voice is heard. Your feedback matters, and the project team behind the bot is committed to channeling it to the appropriate authorities for consideration.
Ready to make a difference? Click ๐ here ๐ to start!!!
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โจโจSeptember 24 marked a significant milestone for our bookclub -our first in-person meeting and discussion! โจโจ
Our club had been reading Fyodor Dostoevsky's "Crime and Punishment" for the past month. It was such a great pick and served as the perfect catalyst for a lively conversation.
We shared our favorite scenes, then delved into the philosophical realm, sparking thought-provoking dialogues about objective morality and utilitarianism, concepts brilliantly woven into the fabric of Dostoevsky's masterpiece.
The meeting was not only intellectually stimulating but also immensely fun! The excitement was palpable, and the passion for literature undeniable ๐คฉ.
We've picked แ แแแแตแ as our next read. We hope more of our members will join us on the next discussion! if you're not a member and are interested in joining our bookclub, you can contact us : @aman_13i @animated_dust @Idiosyncraticflux
Our club had been reading Fyodor Dostoevsky's "Crime and Punishment" for the past month. It was such a great pick and served as the perfect catalyst for a lively conversation.
We shared our favorite scenes, then delved into the philosophical realm, sparking thought-provoking dialogues about objective morality and utilitarianism, concepts brilliantly woven into the fabric of Dostoevsky's masterpiece.
The meeting was not only intellectually stimulating but also immensely fun! The excitement was palpable, and the passion for literature undeniable ๐คฉ.
We've picked แ แแแแตแ as our next read. We hope more of our members will join us on the next discussion! if you're not a member and are interested in joining our bookclub, you can contact us : @aman_13i @animated_dust @Idiosyncraticflux
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#MedhistoryMonday
The surgery with 300% fatality rate โ ๏ธ
Before the advent of anesthesia, speed was very important in surgery to minimize patient pain, and the Scottish surgeon Robert Liston was considered the fastest surgeon of his time. Liston once amputated a patient's leg in 28 seconds, while accidentally cutting off his assistant's fingers. Liston's patient and assistant eventually died of sepsis, and one witness to the operation died of shock, making it the deadliest operation in history.
The surgery with 300% fatality rate โ ๏ธ
Before the advent of anesthesia, speed was very important in surgery to minimize patient pain, and the Scottish surgeon Robert Liston was considered the fastest surgeon of his time. Liston once amputated a patient's leg in 28 seconds, while accidentally cutting off his assistant's fingers. Liston's patient and assistant eventually died of sepsis, and one witness to the operation died of shock, making it the deadliest operation in history.
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๐ฃ Introducing: Breakthrough Seminar on Mental Health and Social Anxiety! ๐
Do you struggle with social anxiety? Are you tired of letting it hold you back from living your best life? Then this seminar is tailor-made for you! ๐ฅโจ
Join us for an empowering and transformative seminar dedicated to mental health and overcoming social anxiety. Here's what you can expect:
๐ง Expert Insights: Learn from renowned mental health professionals and psychologists who specialize in anxiety disorders. Gain valuable knowledge about the root causes, symptoms, and effective coping strategies for social anxiety.
๐ Inspirational Stories: Listen to personal stories of individuals who have successfully conquered social anxiety. Their journeys will inspire and motivate you, providing you with hope and practical tips to overcome your challenges.
๐ฟ Holistic Approaches: Discover holistic techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, and self-care practices that can support your mental well-being. Learn how to cultivate resilience, manage stress, and create a positive mindset that empowers you to thrive.
๐ฌ Safe and Supportive Environment: Connect with a community of like-minded individuals who understand your struggles and are on their own journey towards mental well-being. Share experiences, receive encouragement, and build lasting connections.
๐ Don't let social anxiety hold you back any longer! Join us at the Breakthrough Seminar on Mental Health and Social Anxiety, and take the first step towards regaining control of your life.
๐ Date: October 13
โ Time: 6 pm /12 LT
๐ Location: Google meet
Do you struggle with social anxiety? Are you tired of letting it hold you back from living your best life? Then this seminar is tailor-made for you! ๐ฅโจ
Join us for an empowering and transformative seminar dedicated to mental health and overcoming social anxiety. Here's what you can expect:
๐ง Expert Insights: Learn from renowned mental health professionals and psychologists who specialize in anxiety disorders. Gain valuable knowledge about the root causes, symptoms, and effective coping strategies for social anxiety.
๐ Inspirational Stories: Listen to personal stories of individuals who have successfully conquered social anxiety. Their journeys will inspire and motivate you, providing you with hope and practical tips to overcome your challenges.
๐ฟ Holistic Approaches: Discover holistic techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, and self-care practices that can support your mental well-being. Learn how to cultivate resilience, manage stress, and create a positive mindset that empowers you to thrive.
๐ฌ Safe and Supportive Environment: Connect with a community of like-minded individuals who understand your struggles and are on their own journey towards mental well-being. Share experiences, receive encouragement, and build lasting connections.
๐ Don't let social anxiety hold you back any longer! Join us at the Breakthrough Seminar on Mental Health and Social Anxiety, and take the first step towards regaining control of your life.
๐ Date: October 13
โ Time: 6 pm /12 LT
๐ Location: Google meet
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SCOME-AA
๐ฃSCOME and SCORP presents the first of many webinars on mental health issues. We begin with a ground breaking discussion with Dr. Eden W. Abeje on Social anxiety disorders.
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You can join using the above link.
Session starts in 10 minsโโ
You can join using the above link.
Session starts in 10 minsโโ
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๐ฃ Calling all chess lovers!
โ Get ready to join the upcoming chess tournament hosted by our project, Hobby Mates. It's an online match that is going to take place every Sunday, for chess enthusiasts just like you. Prepare to witness some impressive moves on the virtual chessboard. Are you up for the challenge? ๐ฅ
Bring your A-game and showcase your skills! ๐ช๐
To register, please fill out the google form using this link https://forms.gle/gT82xK248iCX4rYv6
โ Get ready to join the upcoming chess tournament hosted by our project, Hobby Mates. It's an online match that is going to take place every Sunday, for chess enthusiasts just like you. Prepare to witness some impressive moves on the virtual chessboard. Are you up for the challenge? ๐ฅ
Bring your A-game and showcase your skills! ๐ช๐
To register, please fill out the google form using this link https://forms.gle/gT82xK248iCX4rYv6
๐ Ready to take your hobbies to the next level?
Join SCOME's project Hobby Mates and let's craft the perfect club for you! Through your input we can set up a club for you and your hobby mates so that you can discuss about and improve your hobbies.
๐กYour ideas matter, so fill out our needs assessment form and let's turn your hobby dreams into reality! โจ๐ค๐ฒ๐ฎ๐๐จ ๐ฅโฝ๏ธ๐๐ตโโ๐ต๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐
๐ Here is the link to the google form https://forms.gle/LwdzPsuHisw6AFyf9
For more, feel free to contact @Girmay_AD7, @Jaasmina, @Idiosyncraticflux
Project Hobby Mates
SCOME- AA ๐ผ๐ผ
Join SCOME's project Hobby Mates and let's craft the perfect club for you! Through your input we can set up a club for you and your hobby mates so that you can discuss about and improve your hobbies.
๐กYour ideas matter, so fill out our needs assessment form and let's turn your hobby dreams into reality! โจ๐ค๐ฒ๐ฎ๐๐จ ๐ฅโฝ๏ธ๐๐ตโโ๐ต๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐
๐ Here is the link to the google form https://forms.gle/LwdzPsuHisw6AFyf9
For more, feel free to contact @Girmay_AD7, @Jaasmina, @Idiosyncraticflux
Project Hobby Mates
SCOME- AA ๐ผ๐ผ