ANTH 1120 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Schistosomiasis, Chiropractic, Hyperostosis
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Must question whether humans evolved with ability to treat disease. Use the biomedical model: scientific medicine (modern) combines biology with diagnoses and treatment of illness, viewed body as machine, independent of social context, must be repaired every once in a while. 20th century life expectancy has doubled. 1900s people lived an average of 30 years. 2000 63 years was the average. Economic equality makes sure countries can advance in treating diseases. Compare with 1. 2 % in industrial countries. 40% worldwide deaths are because of environmental causes. Organic and chemical pollutants are causes but they can also affect countries like canada (affects both poor and wealthy nations) Walpole island toxins from fish, ducks, etc found. 1985 in walpole island toxic blob found. Where one lives and their income affects health. Pathogen infectious agent such as bacteria or a virus that can cause diseases. Vector organism (such as a mosquito/tick/flea/snail) that can spread disease to another animal.