Lone Cone Library

Traces the history of medicine from early surgery and the discovery of radioactivity to progress in modern medicines and genetic engineering. Includes some simple activities.

"Going to the doctor today looks a lot different than it did in the past. In fact, the entire history of medicine is riddled with unusual, amazing, and sometimes strange facts. Learn about how people used inventions, treatments, and more to survive and thrive in everyday life"--

Medicine around the world and across the ages.

"Describes a variety of strange medical practices from the past"--Provided by publisher.

"This title presents the history of medicine. Vivid text details how early studies of anatomy and circulation led to robotic surgery and heart transplants. It also puts a spotlight on the brilliant scientists who made these advances possible."--Publisher's website.

Studies how epidemics have changed history and how human behavior has contributed to the emergence and spread of disease.

"Sticking sharp needles into small children doesn't sound like a nice thing to do. But vaccination is definitely a case of being "cruel to be kind." This new title in the You Wouldn't Want to Live Without series relates the fascinating history of vaccination, and describes in simple terms how and why vaccination works. This simple technique has saved millions from deadly diseases���and in future, with new methods of delivery, we might even be...

An introduction to medieval medicine, featuring text and cartoon illustrations, and describing the medical treatments offered to people who lived during the Middle Ages.