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Medical Supplies throughout History

The advancements in medical supplies throughout history is fascinating. The evolution of medical instruments continually advances and, as a result, benefit the health of humans with access to these supplies.

Since prehistoric times, humans have used various forms of medical supplies. Archaeologists have discovered crude trephines (surgical blades) which are believed to have been used to relieve headaches and traumas to the head. Shamans of that time may have used these blades to release spirits that were thought to be of evil descent. Read more…