Station: [26] Accident and death

“Broken bones are extremely unfortunate, particularly if the bones set as crookedly as this. Lifelong pain would frequently be the result of such inadequate treatment. It is not generally possible to speak of functional medical care on the Horst construction site. Accidents happen quickly, protective clothing or helmets are yet to be invented. Even those who survive their working life without accident or injury may catch one of many diseases for which appropriate healing herbs cannot always be found – sometimes these herbs help, sometimes they don’t. As yet it isn’t widely known that better hygiene contributes to a healthier life – this includes dental care. The price for such neglect is often excrutiating pain, not unlike today ...”