Colds and Cold Water
Anon
Genre: | Essay |
Subjects: | Disease, Medical Treatment |
Assesses claims regarding the catching of colds and remedies for the condition, not least the advice of 'Our grandmothers'. Upholds the efficacy of the cold bath as a 'prophylactic or precautionary' measure, but discusses the application of this treatment via the shower-bath and sponges (302). | |
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