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Statistical Account of the Isle Cumbrae 1794 - Climate & Disease
Climate and Diseases.
The island, being surrounded by the sea, and there being little marshy ground, the air is pure and sulubrious. Snow seldom lies long; and frost does not penetrate deep, unless in very severe winters. Its effect upon the vegetables in the garden, is much less than on the adjoining grounds. The parish abounds with excellent spring water. These advantages, joined with a temperance and industry, contribute greatly to the health of the inhabitants. As evidence of the goodness of the climate, there are at present (May 1793) 35 people above 60 years of age in the island; an uncommon number advanced in years, in so small a community. There is no particular disease prevalent. Fever rarely visit the island; and when they do, seldom prove fatal. Inocculation now prevails, which renders the small-pox both much milder, and more frequent.
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