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Mysteries of Ancient Medicine

In the face of death, plague, or pestilence, how did our ancestors respond? Though we may assume superstition and quack medicine were the only options available, the truth is far more interesting…Modern archaeology unearths long-buried traditions, arcane modes of healing, and medical enigmas. From astrology and omens to ointments, sweat baths, and bloodletting, ancient treatments were dispensed with at-times surprising results.

2026 1 season · 10 episodes Returning Series
  • Documentary

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First aired
Seasons
1
Episodes
10
Status
Returning Series

Latest aired episode

S1 E10

The King's Evil, The Leper Skull, Ancient Cancer Treatment

Aired 43 min

Royal cures, ancient disease and early surgery reveal medicine’s darkest hopes.

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  • Season 1

    10 episodes

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