Agnodice: A Brief History of Women in Medicine

Agnodice: A Brief History of Women in Medicine, offers an analysis of the story of Agnodice, the legendary inventor of women’s healthcare, in attempts to understand women practicing medicine in the ancient world and beyond. … More Agnodice: A Brief History of Women in Medicine

Midwives

The average married woman in antiquity was likely to have an average of four to six children, and with high infant mortality rates, ancient midwives would have done invaluable work. … More Midwives