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It is more important to know what sort of person has a disease than to know what sort of disease a person has
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"It is more important to know what sort of person has a disease than to know what sort of disease a person has"

- Hippocrates

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This quote by Hippocrates highlights the importance of thinking about the individual as a whole person and also not just concentrating on the condition or signs and symptoms they are experiencing. Hippocrates counted on the concept of holistic health, which involves recognizing the physical, psychological, emotional, and social elements that add to an individual's wellbeing.

When it involves detecting and dealing with illnesses, Hippocrates thought that recognizing a person's lifestyle, behaviors, and personality traits could help in identifying the underlying sources of their condition. He believed that treating the individual overall, as opposed to just addressing their signs and symptoms, would result in a lot more efficient healing.

Generally, this quote highlights the significance of acknowledging each person as an unique individual and also comprehending exactly how their total health as well as way of living influences their illness or problem.

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Greece Flag This quote is written / told by Hippocrates between 460 BC and 357 BC. He/she was a famous Scientist from Greece. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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