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Medical milestones and crazy cures

Name: Medical milestones and crazy cures
ISBN: 9781405529815

By Chris van Tulleken and Xand van Tulleken

From urine cures to body snatchers, discover medicine’s strangest—and sometimes stomach-churning—secrets.

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Genres

Non-fiction History Health/Lifestyle

What is Medical milestones and crazy cures about?

Step into the strange and sometimes stomach-churning history of medicine with Dr Chris and Dr Xand. Discover how Ancient Egyptians used powdered ostrich egg, why Roman doctors recommended drinking urine and how body snatchers helped medical students learn about the human body. From deadly diseases to bizarre treatments, this lively guide explores the discoveries, mistakes and curious ideas that shaped modern medicine. Packed with fascinating facts and gruesome details, it reveals how doctors and scientists have tried to keep people healthy through the ages.

About the author

Chris van Tulleken is a doctor, TV presenter, and author who loves to help people learn about science and health. He is well known for presenting 'Operation Ouch!' with his twin brother, where they explore the amazing world of medicine and the human body in fun and exciting ways for children.

Pages

224 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2014

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