Topic may include, but are not limited to, the definition of physical and mental health and
disease, the impact of class and/or gender on healthcare, the spread of epidemics and
countermeasures, physicians and patients, power relations between practitioners or between
practitioners and patients. Papers that deal with archaeological, osteological, and
iconographical evidence are as welcome as those that rely on textual sources. Our timeframe
spans from the Palaeolithic to the recent past.
Confirmed keynote speakers include Helen King (Open University), Charlotte Roberts
(University of Durham), Lucinda McCray (Appalachian State University), and Julie Laskaris
(University of Richmond).
The deadline for abstracts (max. 300 words) is 31 October, 2014. Abstracts should be sent to:
Linnea Åshede (linnea.ashede@gu.se)
Notice of acceptance will be sent out before 15 November.