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Medicine in Old St. Gallen

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Join us on a medical history tour through St. Gallen. Find out who founded the oldest hospital in Switzerland, why a hospital was more than just a hospital, how Vadian and Paracelsus are related. What did young embroiderers suffer from? Where did women in St. Gallen give birth? What did the town authorities do in the interest of public health? We share serious and funny anecdotes.

Highlights

  • Explore the history of Switzerland's oldest hospital
  • Discover stories of public health and notable figures like Paracelsus
  • Learn about local medical practices and anecdotes

General Information

Join a guided city tour through St. Gallen to learn about its medical history. The tour covers the founding of the oldest hospital in Switzerland, historical public health measures, and interesting local stories.

Location

locationBankgasse 9, 9000 St. Gallen, Schweiz
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