15 Powerful Ways Nurses Have Changed the World—In Honor of Florence Nightingale’s Birthday
Through leadership, research, and frontline service, nurses have shaped global health, improved patient care, and changed medical systems.
Medicine
12 Ridiculous Medical Treatments People Actually Tried in the Past
People once believed that everything from leeches to crushed mummies could cure diseases, and yes, it’s as wild as it sounds.
12 Medical Practices from the Past That Make Us Cringe Today
Some old medical practices were so bizarre and dangerous they made modern treatments look like spa days.
10 Times Scientists Made Accidental Discoveries That Changed the World
Some of the world’s most significant breakthroughs, from penicillin to microwaves, were born from happy accidents, proving that curiosity and chance can change history forever.
10 Medical Treatments from the Past That Are Now Considered Unsafe
Some medical treatments that were once standard practice are now known to be dangerous.
20 Health Technologies Coming in 2025
2025 is bringing cutting-edge health technologies that promise to revolutionize how we approach medicine.