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Ancient Greek medicine

life science Maturity 5-7

Long ago, people in Greece learned about health.

Medicine aryballos Louvre CA1989-2183 n2.jpg
Medicine aryballos Louvre CA1989-2183 n2.jpg
They used tea and baths to feel better. Some people went to special temples to rest. They even used dogs to help heal wounds.
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Rod of Asclepius2.svg
Doctors still use a snake sign today. Do you know how doctors help us now?

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