History of the Baths and Thermal Medicine
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https://doi.org/10.3889/oamjms.2017.126Keywords:
thermal medicine, history, treatment, wellness, tourismAbstract
Hot Springs and Thermal Medicine are an important cultural background all around the world. The authors briefly describe the history of the spa from its origins to today.Downloads
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