Papers of William Heberden, 1790-1837 (inclusive).

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Papers of William Heberden, 1790-1837 (inclusive).

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Contains mostly manuscripts with Heberden's observations on the weather, his classification of skin diseases, discussion of other diseases, ideas on education, and a lecture on nervous disorders. Also includes copies of his reports concerning the health of King George III of Great Britain, a thesis on medical history, and other documents.

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Harvard University, Medical School, Countway Library

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Harvard University, Medical School, Countway Library

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