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Renaissance medicine

The Renaissance period saw new discoveries, and some long-held ideas from ancient physicians such as Galen were challenged. Edward Jenner developed the first vaccine. There was continuity in beliefs about the causes and treatments for disease.

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Renaissance medicine - the beginnings of change - AQA

The Renaissance period saw new discoveries, and some long-held ideas from ancient physicians such as Galen were challenged. Edward Jenner developed the first vaccine. There was continuity in beliefs about the causes and treatments for disease.

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