Charles Rosenberg

Charles Rosenberg was a prominent American historian known for his work on the history of medicine and public health. He viewed history as a narrative, emphasizing how societies understand and respond to health and disease over time. Rosenberg believed that patterns in health crises reveal broader cultural values and social responses. His approach often involved storytelling, using historical events to explore how collective perceptions shape policies and practices related to health. His work helps us see health not just as biological but as deeply intertwined with social, cultural, and political contexts.