Hektoen International

A Journal of Medical Humanities

Tag: Lara Sheehan

  • Witch trials: The intersection of midwifery and gendered persecution

    Lara SheehanCork, Ireland Oppressionist behavior towards women was seen during the witch trials of the 16th and 17th centuries, where the illogical execution of thousands of innocent women occurred.1 Midwives were among these executed women for the role they played in being with and caring for women. In the 16th and 17th centuries the subjugation…