Almost entirely overlooked throughout the 20th century, neglected by contemporary medical manuals, the clitoris has gradually returned centre stage thanks to Western feminism.
The Hollywood smile, characterized by white, straight teeth, is a complex phenomenon involving social, cultural, scientific and technological changes in the early 20th century. It emerged with the development of film, advertising, orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry.
By asserting the hymen, a ubiquitous trait of female anatomy, 19th physicians reinforced the taboos affecting women's sexuality.
The history of “menopause” as a medical category revolves around gender relationships.
Over the course of the 20th century, obesity came to be seen as a public health issue.
Knowledge of the interconnection of the gut and psyche has a longer history than scientists often admit.
