HEALTH - 2.3 MEDIEVAL PUBLIC HEALTH Flashcards
1
Q
Where were towns built near?
A
rivers, drinking water and waste disposal was available
2
Q
Hygiene in towns?
A
rubbish thrown onto streets
privies (in cesspits) taken out by gong farmers
3
Q
Knowledge on hygiene
A
none-
miasma
4
Q
Monasteries were built near?
A
rivers in isolated areas
5
Q
What systems did monasteries have?
A
water pipes
lavatorium to wish and help with injuries
6
Q
How hygienic were monasteries?
A
kept clean daily
care not cure
copied medical books