Random Facts
Who made Isolated Radium in 1910?
Clara Barton
What is Gabriel Fahrenheit's birthday?
May 24, in the year 1686.
Why was dissection a major advance in health care during the renaissance.
It was possible to better understand and illustrate the functions of the human body
What is Florence Nightingales favorite color
Blue
who used acupuncture to relieve pain and congestion?
the Chinese
In the dark ages, what was the main method used to treat illness and disease?
Herbal Remedies
clara barton's favorite color?
red and green
Who created the first Mercury Thermometer?
Gabriel Fahrenheit
List four diseases that shortened the life span of individuals in the middle ages?
1) Infant Mortality
2) Childbirth
3) Infection
4) Epidemics
What did Apothecaries use to make many of the Medications in the 17th century?
The druggists who meticulously mixed herbs and minerals, adding a dash of animal fat here and there adding earwax.
Who was the founder of modern nursing?
Florence Nightingale
Why was the invention of the Stethoscope in 1819 important?
The invention allowed doctors to make quicker decisions on a diagnosis for the patient.
Who began pasteurizing milk to kill baceria
Louis Pasteur
Who began using disinfectants and antiseptics during surgery?
Joseph Lister
who invented the Alcohol in 1709?
Gabriel Fahrenheit
who discovered X-rays
Conrad Roentgen
List four Hippocrates stressed to help the body heal itself.
1) Good Diet
2) Fresh Air
3)Cleanliness
4) Exercise