Short Discourse Concerning Pestilential Contagion, And The Methods To Be Used To Prevent It (1720)

A Short Discourse Concerning Pestilential Contagion, And The Methods To Be Used To Prevent It is a book written by Richard Mead in 1720. The book is a comprehensive study on the topic of pestilential contagion, which refers to the spread of diseases through contact with infected persons or objects. Mead examines the causes of contagion and the various methods that can be used to prevent its spread, including quarantine, disinfection, and isolation. The book is based on Mead's personal experience as a physician during the Great Plague of London in 1665 and his extensive research on the topic. Mead's work was highly influential in the field of medicine and helped to establish the importance of public health measures in preventing the spread of contagious diseases. The book is written in a clear and concise style and is accessible to both medical professionals and the general public.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.