Health Care Through the Ages

Vaccines are used today because of the work of

Renee Laennec invented the

She was the founder of modern nursing.

Pediatric surgeon famous for successfully separating conjoined twins.

In ancient times these were the earliest people known to keep accurate health records.

Who is known as the Father of Medicine?

X-rays were invented by

This group of people are known for establishing public health and sanitation systems.

He discovered penicillin in 1928.

During this time period, emphasis was placed on "saving the soul" and the practice of medicine was prohibited.

The theory of 4 humors/fluids thought to regulate the body was embraced by Claudius Galen.

This person founded the American Red Cross.

The early providers of organized medical care were Priests.

This scientist made a glowing discovery when isolating radium in 1910.

Their discovery of how DNA carried genetic material changed the field of medicine forever

This doctor used antiseptic during surgery to prevent infection in the incisions of patients.

What did primitive human being believe caused illness and disease?

Mental hospital reform was the primary concern of

What was performed by Barbers in the Middle Ages?

The field of medicine was "reborn" during the Renaissance period.