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30 Oct

Posted at 08:00h in History

When we hear the name Dracula, many of us picture a charming vampire thanks to Bram Stoker's book. But the real-life inspiration for Dracula was a man named Vlad the Impaler. He was nothing like the suave vampire we know from fiction. Vlad III, also...

14 Oct

Posted at 08:00h in History

Imagine being part of a story that changes the way doctors save lives. Dr. Barney Clark was one such person. He made history by being the first to get an artificial heart, called the Jarvik-7. This exciting journey made people think about science, ethics, and...

11 Sep

Posted at 08:00h in History

Medicine, like every other science, has changed a lot over the years. Some once-popular treatments have proven to be quite bizarre–and dangerous. Yet, these practices provide a window into the past which shows the lengths to which humanity has gone in the pursuit of health...

12 Sep

Posted at 08:00h in History

The medical needle, a tool often taken for granted, has a rich history that is as pointed as its tip. This article teaches the evolution and history of medical needles from their simple origins to the smart tools used today. We also highlight their critical...