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Multifaceted journey through India's medical evolution.
If the deep intersection of culture, innovation, and health fascinates you, "Indian Medicine" could be your next captivating read. Aarathi Prasad's exploration is not just about medicine; it's a narrative-rich tapestry that weaves in the vibrant complexities of India. Meet unique practitioners and unconventional treatments that highlight the diversity within Indian healing practices, and let's not forget the inspiring tales of resilience and revolution in healthcare that Prasad expertly brings to life.
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ISBN: 9781781254868
Authors:
Aarathi Prasad
Publisher: Profile Books Ltd
Date of Publication: 2016-05-12
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 3.58
(rated by 113 readers)
Description
BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week
India defies definition, and the story of medicine in India is similarly rich and complex: shaped by unique challenges and opportunities, uniting cutting-edge technological developments with ancient cultural traditions, fuelled by political changes which transformed the lives of millions and moulded by the energy of forceful individuals.Here, Aarathi Prasad investigates how Indian medicine came to be the way it is. Her travels will take her to bonesetter clinics in Jaipur and Hyderabad and the waiting-rooms of Bollywood's best plastic surgeons, and introduce her to traditional healers as well as the world-beating heart surgeon who is revolutionising treatment of the poor around the globe. From the asthma treatment 'cure' that involves swallowing a live fish, to ground-breaking mental health initiatives in Mumbai's Dharavi mega-slum and ground-breaking neuroscience happening inside the Mughal walls of old Delhi, In the Bonesetter's Waiting Room tells the story of the Indian people, in sickness and in health, and provides a unique perspective on the most diverse and fascinating country in the world.In the Bonesetter's Waiting Room will accompany a programme of Wellcome Collection exhibitions and activity exploring India's rich plurality of cultures of medicine, healing and well-being in Indian cities in 2016.
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