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    7 months ago

    Feels weird to see the Caduceus associated hith Hippocrates; here in Europe I’ve only seen it used as a symbol of trade, while the Rod of Asclepius is the more common symbol for medicine.

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      7 months ago

      I’m fairly sure it’s like that everywhere, the rods are just often confused. I myself rarely remember which one is used where

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        7 months ago

        Interesting, I always thought it was a country thing, but you’re right that it’s simply a widespread confusion.