Medicine

Study focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases.

Medical Science

A field of study focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and injuries in humans.

Etymology

Medicine is derived from the Latin word 'medicina' meaning 'art of healing'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Medicine helps people feel better when they're sick or hurt by figuring out what’s wrong and finding ways to make them healthy again, like taking medicine or getting surgery.

Fun Facts

The word 'medicine' comes from the Latin word 'medicina', meaning healing
Ancient Egyptians had advanced medical knowledge, including surgery and herbal remedies
The Hippocratic Oath is a code of ethics still used by doctors today

FAQ

What is medicine? It's the science and practice of diagnosing and treating diseases
Who studies medicine? Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals study medicine
What does a doctor do? A doctor examines patients, diagnoses illnesses, and prescribes treatments

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

healthcare science

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

surgery pharmacology psychiatry

Meronyms — Parts or Components

drugs medical devices procedures

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

healthcare system

Indexes

academic discipline health-related scientific

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