5 - Outdated Medical Practices

This Won't Hurt A Bit by FOOLYBOO

Dec 11, 201729:51Religion & Spirituality

In this episode we look back at some questionable medical practices that haven't quite stood the test of time. How does a smoke enema sound? Or heroin as a cough suppressant? How about blood letting? If your answer is "g...

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