Medieval Preventions Of Disease Flashcards
1
Q
Religious Prevention
P__
C__
I + T
F___
A
Prayer
Confession
Indulgences and tithes
Flagellants
2
Q
What were indulgences and tithes?
A
Offerings to the church in property or money. 10% of income/produce
3
Q
Spiritual Prevention
C + A
WM
A__
A
Charms + Amulets
Witch Marks
Astrology
4
Q
Natural Prevention
SS
Hi
BS
A
Sweet Smells (Miasma)
Hygiene (Regimen Sanitasis)
Bathing and Sweating
5
Q
What was the Regimen Sanitasis? What did it include?
A
It was a guide to stay healthy and clean.
Included: Moderate exercise, avoiding stress, not overeating, getting enough sleep, breathe clean, eastern/northern air