Bloodletting now seems like a sore needle in our very-distant—or not so distant—primitive past, but for these famous historical figures, it was seen as the key to promoting internal balance and staying healthy.
Medical Program: Bile, Phlegm, & Blood: Restoring Balance Through Bloodletting
Bile, Phlegm, & Blood: Restoring Balance Through Bloodletting
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- Host: Marshall Miller
Believe it or not, bloodletting was a common practice in medical history. Just ask George Washington & these other famous bloodlets.
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