You may have already come across this in medical school, perhaps during your science subject wherein it was always associated with the universal medical symbol. It is a rod with a snake coiled around it. But what about its history? And who is Asclepius, by the way? In this article, we will … Read more
Known as the herald and messenger of the gods, Hermes gained a reputable image in Greek mythology. This Olympian god of flocks and heralds, travelers and hospitality, thievery and cunning, diplomacy, language and writing, and even astronomy and astrology. Depicted as a handsome, athletic, and beardless youthful lad or a bearded old … Read more
You might have heard his name in the history of medicine, particularly when he’s always being associated with the universal medical symbol. Now, who is Asclepius and what was his influence in the medical field? Why is a mythological creature so relevant in the real world? In this article, we will have … Read more