Medicine on the Periphery

Discover the intricate history of healthcare in Yucatán with Medicine on the Periphery by David Sowell. Published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc in 2015, this compelling hardback spans 230 pages, exploring the evolution of medical institutions and public health programs from the 1870s to 1960. Sowell delves into the transformation of the disease environment and the role of healers, providing a comprehensive analysis of the biomedicalization of Yucatán’s public health system within the broader context of the Atlantic medical community and the revolutionary changes in central Mexico. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersections of history, politics, and public health in the United States and beyond. Gain valuable insights into the social environment and healthcare delivery that shaped the region’s medical landscape.