Medical History of Mankind: How Medicine Is Changing Life on the Planet

The book reveals a new look at medicine and Health Care System as a factor that significantly influences the history of mankind as a species. Considering the well-known facts from a different angle, systematically filed material clearly and simply traced the history of mankind from a medical point of view. It turns out that the medical profession had great influence on the destiny of mankind, creating additional opportunities for those populations where medicine has evolved. Thus, the future of many countries will directly depend on the quality of the health system. The book will be of interest to all who are thinking about the future of medicine: experienced physicians, policy-makers and healthcare managers, and medical students.