Townsend, John

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Pox, pus & plague

a history of disease and infection
2006
Describes how people throughout history have dealt with diseases such as smallpox, polio, typhoid, and more, and examines the symptoms and scientific discoveries that effect the way diseases are treated.

Pills, powders & potions

a history of medication
2006
Presents a short study of medicines, herbal remedies, and ancient cures, and discusses how some illnesses and ailments were and are treated.

Bedpans, blood & bandages

a history of hospitals
2006
Describes how hospitals have changed throughout history, what conditions were like, how injuries were treated during wartime, and the use of leeches and maggots.

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