"De Morbis Artificum Diatriba"

"De Morbis Artificum Diatriba," written by Giovanni Maria Lancisi in 1714, is an early medical text focusing on occupational diseases among workers. It examines how specific trades and work environments can cause health problems, emphasizing the importance of understanding workplace hazards. Lancisi discusses symptoms, causes, and potential preventive measures for conditions affecting various professions, advocating for better health awareness and safety standards. The work is significant in the history of occupational medicine, highlighting early efforts to link work-related factors with health outcomes and promoting preventive care for workers.