Scary Medicine: Horrible Cures and Creepy Diseases from History

The Weird, Shocking, and Sometimes Funny Side of 1800–1970s Medicine

Get ready to gag, laugh, and learn with Scary Medicine: Horrible Cures and Creepy Diseases from History!
From leeches and bloodletting to quack devices that promised to cure everything from headaches to “the vapors,” medical history is stranger - and grosser - than you ever imagined. This book dives into the weird, shocking, and sometimes hilarious world of medicine from 1800 to the 1970s, revealing:

• Deadly diseases like tuberculosis, typhoid, smallpox, and the Spanish flu - and how people tried to survive them
• Bizarre treatments including electric belts, vibrating chairs, and “miracle” potions that actually made things worse
• Medical innovations like penicillin, insulin, antiseptics, and the rise of modern hospitals
• Shocking epidemics and historical disasters that terrified entire cities
• Weird but true medical facts that’ll leave you laughing, horrified, and amazed

Perfect for curious teens, homeschoolers, and history lovers, this book blends science, history, and humor to make learning about the past gross, fascinating, and unforgettable.
Whether you’re interested in horrible cures, creepy diseases, or the brilliant - and sometimes silly - people who tried to fight them, Scary Medicine is your ultimate guide to the shocking history of medicine.