Colombian
Colombian Medical Dictionary
Colombian (/kəˈlʌmbiən/), in the context of medicine, refers to medical practices, terminologies, and health-related issues specific to the country of Colombia. The Colombian medical system is a blend of traditional and modern practices, with a strong emphasis on public health and preventive care.
Etymology
The term "Colombian" is derived from the name of the country, Colombia, which was named after Christopher Columbus (Cristóbal Colón in Spanish), the Italian explorer who led the expedition that led to the discovery of the Americas.
Related Terms
- Colombian Health System: The national health system of Colombia, which provides healthcare services to the Colombian population. It is a mix of public and private providers, with a strong emphasis on public health and preventive care.
- Epidemiology in Colombia: The study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in Colombia, and the application of this study to control health problems.
- Traditional Colombian Medicine: Refers to the traditional medical practices used in Colombia, which often incorporate natural remedies and spiritual healing.
- Public Health in Colombia: The science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private, communities and individuals in Colombia.
- Preventive Care in Colombia: Refers to measures taken to prevent diseases or injuries rather than curing them or treating their symptoms. This includes regular check-ups, screenings, and vaccinations.
- Healthcare in Colombia: The total of all healthcare services provided in Colombia, including hospitals, clinics, and other facilities and services.
- Colombian Medical Education: The system of education and training for medical professionals in Colombia, including medical schools, residency programs, and continuing education.
- Colombian Medical Research: The field of study that involves conducting research to increase knowledge about health and disease in Colombia.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Colombian
- Wikipedia's article - Colombian
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski