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Immerse yourself in the captivating story of Mary Breckinridge, the visionary founder of the Frontier Nursing Service, with Wide Neighborhoods: A Story of the Frontier Nursing Service. This autobiography takes you on a journey through the mountains of Eastern Kentucky, where Breckinridge established an organization that would revolutionize family health care.
Join Breckinridge as she rides out on horseback, defying the norms of her time, to provide much-needed healthcare services to remote rural areas. With the FNS nurse-midwives leading the charge, they showcased that high mortality rates and malnutrition were not inevitable but could be overcome with proper care and attention.
The impact of the Frontier Nursing Service goes far beyond Kentucky's mountains. By setting an example and training graduates in their school of midwifery and family nursing, the FNS has left an indelible mark on family health care worldwide. Be inspired by their pioneering efforts and the lasting influence they have had on communities across the globe.
If you're ready to delve into the extraordinary life and legacy of Mary Breckinridge and the Frontier Nursing Service, order your copy of Wide Neighborhoods today. Learn from their triumphs, challenges, and the transformative power of compassionate healthcare. Experience the story that has shaped the world of family health care for generations to come.
Order your copy of Wide Neighborhoods now to be inspired by the enduring impact of the Frontier Nursing Service.
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