Ancient Egyptians' healthcare system was "advanced and successful" for its time, the authors of a new book on the topic have said. Medicine and Healing Practices in Ancient Egypt by researchers ...

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Ancient Egyptian mummified bodies smell 'woody,' 'spicy' and 'sweet', finds a new study led by researchers from UCL and the University of Ljubljana, revealing new details about mummification practices ...

Medicine has evolved dramatically over the centuries, but many of its earliest forms continue to influence healing today. From herbal traditions to spiritual practices, ancient medicinal systems laid ...