Ancient Greeks (apr 1, 1200 BC – mar 31, 200 BC)
Description:
- Began modern medical science by observing the human body and effects of disease- Biochemist Alcmaeon in 6th century BC identified the brain as the psychological site of the senses
- Believed illness is a result of natural causes
- Used therapies such as massage, art therapy, and herbal therapy that are still used today
- Stressed diet and cleanliness as ways to prevent disease
- Average life span: 25 to 35 years
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Date:
apr 1, 1200 BC
mar 31, 200 BC
~ 1000 years