What Did Ancient Humans Do When They Got Sick?

What happened when an ancient human got sick thousands of years before doctors, hospitals, antibiotics or pharmacies existed? For most of human history, people had to rely on plants, fire, water, food, experience and the help of their group. Archaeological evidence suggests some prehistoric humans survived serious injuries, illness and disability for long periods — meaning other people were likely caring for them. In this video, we explore how ancient humans may have treated fever, wounds, broken bones, tooth pain, parasites and infection, as well as the role of medicinal plants, primitive wound care, social support and even early forms of surgery such as trepanation. Ancient medicine was far from perfect, and many illnesses were still deadly. But long before modern healthcare existed, humans were already learning which treatments helped, which plants were dangerous, and how important it was to care for one another. #prehistory #humanevolution #ancienthumans