Medicine through Time: Technology

Question 1

Microscopes

Answer 1

• The microscope significantly impacted medicine by enabling the study of microorganisms, revolutionizing understanding of disease causes and leading to major advancements in treatment and preventative measures
• 1590s

Question 2

Anesthetic

Answer 2

• The use of chloroform and ether as anesthetics revolutionized surgery, reducing pain during operations
• 1846

Question 3

Antiseptics

Answer 3

• The introduction of antiseptics like carbolic acid by Joseph Lister significantly reduced infection rates in surgery
• 1860s

Question 4

The Printing Press

Answer 4

• The printing press significantly impacted medicine by enabling rapid dissemination of medical knowledge and challenging established ideas
• 1440

Question 5

Vaccines

Answer 5

• Vaccines revolutionized medicine by dramatically reducing deaths from infectious diseases, inspiring further research and development, and ultimately leading to the eradication of some diseases
• 1700s