Health & People: Islam & Medicine ⚕️ GCSE History Learning & Revision

In this episode, we’ll explore the advancements in medicine during the Islamic Empire in the 8th and 9th centuries. Scholars like Avicenna and Al-Nafis built on ancient Greek and Roman works, with Avicenna’s Canon of Medicine and Al-Nafis's description of blood circulation, despite dissection restrictions. Abulcasis advanced surgery through his detailed writings and innovative instruments. Islamic hospitals provided superior patient care, including isolation units. This medical knowledge gradually spread to Western Europe starting in the 11th century, influencing medical understanding and drug development, although progress was slow and shaped by religious beliefs.Don't miss out on subscribing for more educational content tailored to help you succeed in your exams. Perfect for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, CIE and WJEC exam boards.⁠⁠⁠Click here to see all of our GCSE History content!