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Period: 500 to Dec 31, 1300
The Middle Ages
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Jan 1, 900
The difference between smallpox and measles.
A Persian doctor named Rhazes discovered the difference between smallpox and measles. -
Jan 1, 1100
The Barber-Surgeon
In the Middle Ages barbers cut more than hair. Barber-surgeons performed surgery to treat cataracts and practiced phlebotomy bloodletting. -
Jan 1, 1201
Religion and Medicine
"Religion continued to play a significant role in healthcare. Both Christian and Muslim teachings encourage the care of those in need." -
Jan 1, 1201
Religion and Medicine
"Religious instruction based on the Qur'an (Koran) taught followers social responsibilities, such as the rich providing for the poor and the healthy caring for the sick." -
Jan 1, 1220
The Beginning of Medical Care Regulation
"Regulation of medical care began in the Middle Ages. Physicians were licensed after formal training with experienced doctors." -
Period: Jan 1, 1301 to
The Renaissance
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Jan 1, 1401
The invention of the printing press
"In the fifteenth century, the invention of the printing press made it possible to publish books faster. Information about new discoveries could be spread quickly." -
Jan 1, 1501
The Scientific method
"During the sixteenth century, the scientific method came into use in Europe. This was a major change in the way people thought about medicine and research." -
Jan 1, 1501
The Scientific Method
"The scientific method was based on observation and taking careful notes. This method was not common practice during the Middle Ages." -
Jan 1, 1501
Invitation of the microscope
"The developments that took place during this time were made possible by inventions such as the microscope, which allowed much more accurate observation of patients and symptoms." "Robert Hooke (1635–1703) built one of the first reflecting microscopes." -
A philosophical movement took place
"During the Age of Enlightenment, a philosophical movement of the 1700s, studies of the human anatomy took place. These investigations, which had been forbidden by the church in the past, helped correct many beliefs." -
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The Industrial Revolution
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Edward Jenner discovered the practice of vaccination
"A connection was made between health and the environment . Edward Jenner (1749–1823), an English doctor, discovered that milkmaids exposed to cowpox did not get smallpox. Around 1796 he began inoculating people with the fluid from cowpox blisters, thus beginning the practice of vaccination." -
The stethoscope was invented
"New diagnostic tools such as the stethoscope were invented." -
Blood cells can be see with a microscope
"Blood cells, bacteria, and protozoa could now be seen with a microscope." -
Louis Pasteur discovered the basis for modern microbiology
"Louis Pasteur (1822–1895) carried out experiments that became the basis for modern microbiology." -
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The Modern World
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Radium was used for cancer treatment.
"Radium, used for cancer treatment, was discovered." -
Antibiotics were invented.
"Antibiotics were invented." -
The CT scan was started to be developed.
"The development of computed axial tomography (CT scan)." -
Organ transplants are safer.
"Organ transplants are now common, and are safer and more successful than ever before." -
MRI's and ultrasound imaging has improved diagnosis for many diseases.
"Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound or sonographic imaging has improved diagnosis and treatment for many diseases." -
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The 21st Century
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Electronic health records and other communications provide instant information.
"Electronic health records and electronic communication provide instant transmission of information." -
The Human Genome Project has opened doors to new types of treatments.
"The completion of the Human Genome Project (HGP) and the use of stem cells has opened doors to new types of individualized drugs and treatments." -
More and more people are living longer.
"People in many areas of the world are living longer and healthier lives because of vaccines, clean water, and better nutrition." -
Some surgeries are being performed with computerized equipment.
"Surgeries are performed with intricate computerized equipment." -
Diagnostic screening and preventive has increased life expectancy.
"Diagnostic screening and preventive care are improving wellness and increasing life expectancy."
