X-ray, violet ray, and other rays : With their use in modern medicine by Shipley
"X-ray, violet ray, and other rays: With their use in modern medicine" by Maynard Shipley is a scientific publication written during the early 20th century, specifically in the 1920s. This work explores the various applications of X-rays and other types of rays in modern medicine, emphasizing their significance in diagnostics and treatment. The book likely covers the historical context, discovery, and evolving technologies surrounding these forms of radiation, as well as their
implications for health and disease management. Throughout the book, Shipley discusses a range of topics related to the uses of X-rays, including their everyday applications, therapeutic capabilities, and the discovery of their effects on human health. He explains how X-rays serve critical roles in successful cancer treatments, improve diagnostic methods, and underscore the risks faced by early radiologists. The text integrates both historical and contemporary examples, illustrating how X-rays have transformed medical practices, from identifying tumors to analyzing metals and even aiding in the detection of smuggled goods. Shipley concludes with a reflection on the immense potential and challenges posed by these powerful rays in the medical field. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
X-ray, violet ray, and other rays : With their use in modern medicine
Original Publication
Girard: Haldeman-Julius Company, 1926.
Series Title
Little blue book ; no. 1050
Credits
Bob Taylor, Tim Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level
Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
