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NLM historical collections of material related to health and disease are among the richest in the world. Holdings include pre-1914 books, pre-1871 journals, archives and modern manuscripts, medieval and Islamic manuscripts, a collection of printed books, manuscripts, and visual material in Japanese, Chinese, and Korean; historical prints, photographs, films, and videos; pamphlets, dissertations, theses, college catalogs, and government documents. The collection is constantly growing, with new material added through an active Acquisitions Program of purchase and donation.
Last reviewed: 24 June 2008
Last updated: 24 June 2008
First published: 30 April 2004
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