Romans

Question 1

What were the causes of disease during the Roman times?

Answer 1

-God
-Miasmas
Four Humours

Question 2

What were the treatments for disease during the Roman times?

Answer 2

• Exercise, diet and fresh air
• Theory of opposites
• Blood letting
• Prayer
• Herbal remedies

Question 3

What was public health like during the Roman times?

Answer 3

• Aqueducts
• Lead pipes
• Sewers
• Public toilets
• Public baths

Overall good

Question 4

What was the training of doctors like in the Roman times?

Answer 4

• No compulsory training
• Often bought copies of Galen’s books
• The rich could afford experienced Greek doctors

Question 5

What were hospitals like in the Roman times?

Answer 5

• Light, airy and spacious
• Prioritised the care of the soldiers
• Focused on making patients better rather than just care