De ce simbolul farmaciilor și al medicinei este un șarpe încolăcit? Care este legătura cu Grecia antică? • Newsweek România

The entwined snake symbol, associated with medicine and pharmacies, originates from ancient Greece, linked to the goddess Hygieia and god Asclepius. Hygieia represented health and hygiene, emphasizing preventive measures for well-being. The snake symbolizes renewal and healing, as it sheds its skin, and was used in ancient treatments. This holistic view of health is reflected in modern concepts of hygiene, extending beyond physical health to mental and moral aspects.