Quote by LouisFerdinand Celine

Even diseases have lost their prestige, there aren't so many of them left. Think it over... no more syphilis, no more clap, no more typhoid... antibiotics have taken half the tragedy out of medicine.

Even diseases have lost their prestige, there aren't so many

Summary

This quote highlights how advancements in medical science, particularly the discovery of antibiotics, have significantly reduced the impact of certain diseases. By mentioning the absence of diseases like syphilis, clap (referring to gonorrhea), and typhoid, the quote emphasizes that these illnesses, which were once notorious and feared, have lost their prominence due to the effectiveness of antibiotics. The phrase "taken half the tragedy out of medicine" suggests that these advancements have lessened the severity and threat of such diseases, thus changing the landscape of healthcare and reducing the negative consequences associated with certain conditions.

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