The Greeks shifted the focus away from divine punishment as the sole cause of illness.
Described the circulation of blood, changing the understanding of physiology. 5. The 19th Century: The Scientific Revolution A History of Medicine
Early medical practices were deeply intertwined with spirituality and magic. The Greeks shifted the focus away from divine
One of the oldest known systems, originating over 5,000 years ago, focusing on balancing the body, diet, and herbal remedies. 2. Greco-Roman Medicine: The Foundation of Rationality originating over 5
The focus shifted from overall "humours" to specifically diseased organs and tissues. 6. The 20th Century to Present: Modern Advancements
Louis Pasteur and Robert Koch proved that microscopic organisms cause disease, leading to sterilized surgery and improved sanitation.