Flanders
Flanders
Flanders (/ˈflændərz/, Dutch: Vlaanderen [ˈvlaːndərə(n)], French: Flandre [flɑ̃dʁ]) is a region and community in the northern part of Belgium.
Etymology
The term Flanders has several possible origins. It may derive from the Old Dutch term flaundriensis, which means "flooded area". Another theory suggests it comes from the Old Dutch word flāmisk, which means "marshy land".
Related Terms
- Belgium: The country where Flanders is located.
- Dutch language: The official language of Flanders.
- French language: Another language spoken in Flanders.
- Brussels: The capital city of Belgium, located within the Flanders region.
- Wallonia: The southern region of Belgium, contrasting with Flanders.
Medical Relevance
Flanders has a well-developed healthcare system with a high standard of medical care. The region is known for its advanced medical research and healthcare institutions. Some of the medical terms related to Flanders include:
- Healthcare in Belgium: An overview of the healthcare system in Belgium, including Flanders.
- Medical research: Flanders is home to several leading medical research institutions.
- Public health: The state of health among the population in Flanders.
- Healthcare institutions: Hospitals and clinics in Flanders.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Flanders
- Wikipedia's article - Flanders
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