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What is a Fancy Name for a Pharmacy?: Tracing the Legacy of the Apothecary

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Dating back to the 14th century, the term "apothecary" comes from the Greek for "storehouse" and serves as a fancy name for a pharmacy, reflecting a time when medicinal preparation was a hands-on craft. This rich historical root reveals a fascinating evolution of the pharmacy profession, from a single purveyor of all things medicinal to today's specialized roles.