Hygieia In classical mythology, the goddess of Health and daughter of Aesculapius. Hygieia was worshipped at Athens, Corinth, Argos, and other important cities, and in works of art is usually represented as a virgin, with a snake, the symbol of health, which drinks from a cup held in her hand. Related entry • Hygiea, the asteroid (Encyclopedia of Science) Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Science Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living |