Tissot, S. A. D. (Samuel Auguste David) 1728-1797 creator Kirkpatrick, J. (James) 1696?-1770 text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Advice to the People in General, with Regard to Their Health" by S. A. D. Tissot is a medical treatise written in the mid-18th century. This work serves as a practical guide aimed at the general population, particularly those living in rural areas who may lack access to professional medical care. The text addresses common health issues, advocating for simple yet effective remedies and presenting a holistic view of health management grounded in natural principles. The opening of the treatise outlines the author's intentions, which center on improving public health among country folk by providing accessible medical advice. Tissot emphasizes the dangers posed by prevalent misconceptions and traditional practices that often exacerbate health problems. He details various causes of common ailments encountered by rural populations, while also prescribing specific, uncomplicated remedies that can be easily prepared with readily available ingredients. This initial portion establishes a foundation for the subsequent chapters, inviting readers to reconsider their health practices and highlighting the necessity of informed care in managing their well-being. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-03-09 Produced by Bryan Ness, Enrico Segre and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) Original publication data not identified Medicine, Popular -- Early works to 1800 Hygiene -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. -- Early works to 1800 RC Original publication data not identified 35031589 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39044 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39044 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133908.0 39044