Caduceus Medical Symbol - History, Meaning, and Usage in Healthcare #1576769 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white illustration depicts the Caduceus, a symbolic staff carried by Hermes in Greek mythology, later adopted (though often confused with the Rod of Asclepius) as a medical emblem in the United States. The design includes two serpents symmetrically coiled around a central rod, topped with a pair of outstretched wings. Despite historical inaccuracies in its association with healing, it remains prevalent in healthcare branding, uniforms, and institutional logos.

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