Society for the Social History of Medicine

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Society for the Social History of Medicine
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AbbreviationSSHM
Formation1970

The Society for the Social History of Medicine (SSHM) was established in 1970. [1] It is known for its peer-reviewed journal Social History of Medicine and the three book series it has sponsored, Studies in the Social History of Medicine (1989-2009), Studies for the Society for the Social History of Medicine, and Social Histories of Medicine. [2] [3]

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References

  1. "The Society". Society for the Social History of Medicine. 22 December 2014. Retrieved 2018-08-11.
  2. "Social Histories of Medicine - Manchester University Press". Manchester University Press. Retrieved 11 August 2018.
  3. "Former Book Series". Society for the Social History of Medicine. 28 November 2014. Retrieved 2018-08-11.