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Alpine Winter in Its Medical Aspects
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Medical ReferenceEnvironmental StudiesSwitzerland
ISBN13: 9781023614429
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 144
Weight: 0.47
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
“Alpine Winter in Its Medical Aspects†explores the health benefits of spending the winter season in the high-altitude regions of the Swiss Alps. Focusing on locations such as Davos Platz, Wiesen, St. Moritz, and the Maloja, the book details the unique climatic conditions and their effects on various medical conditions. Written in 1885, this volume provides insights into the early days of alpine health tourism and the scientific understanding of how mountain environments can aid in recovery and well-being.
Alfred Thomas Tucker Wise offers observations on the environmental factors that contribute to the therapeutic effects of the alpine winter. This historical work provides a glimpse into the past and the evolution of health and wellness practices in stunning natural settings.
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