ignaz semmelweis Posts

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Fascinating History - Why We Wash Our Hands

Until the 18th-century doctors didn’t wash their hands. Everything changed thanks to a man named Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis. This is his tragic story.

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Pigeons Have Played a Massive Role in World History

Pigeons are one of the most common birds in the world, but they're utterly underrated. In fact, they have played a huge role in world history. Find out more...

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Studying Dolphins May Be Key to Advancing Medicine

Scientists have noticed a strange behavior in red sea dolphins, and they believe this is a form of self-medication. Learn why this discovery is so important.

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These Bizarre Historical Heists Almost Sound Made Up

Did you know that an entire church was once stolen brick by brick? Learn about some unbelievable historical heists here.

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Uncover the Secrets of Pompeii’s Greatest Treasures

Take a drip through history and uncover some of the biggest treasures from the ancient city of Pompeii.

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The FASCINATING Story of the Ancient Olympic Games

Discover the real story of the ancient Olympic Games.

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18 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Medieval Times

Watch Medieval Literature Dr. Dorsey Armstrong answer all the important questions related to the Middle Ages.

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What's the Largest Thing in the Universe?

In this video, we look into some of the mightiest structures in the known universe.

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Science Philosophy: What is the TRUE Nature of Time?

Join us as we journey through theories, discussions, and insights that challenge our perceptions and broaden our understanding of time itself.

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Can A.I Catch What Doctors Miss? A Fascinating Talk

How close are we to that and can AI really do better than a human doctor? This fascinating TED Talk addresses these issues.

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A Fascinating History of the New Year’s Eve

Did you know that New Year's hasn’t always been celebrated on January 1?

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Exploring the Fascinating History of the Flying Ship

The USS Plainview was an American ship that could fly. Literally. But what happened to it?

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What Went Wrong with the U.S. Army's Universal Camouflage?

The U.S. Army Universal Camouflage Pattern uniform was introduced in 2004 but didn't work. Let's understand why.

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Scary But So Fun: The Evolution of Roller Coaster Loops

If you’ve ever rode a roller coaster with a loop, you may have noticed that it's never fully circular. Ever wonder why?

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Where Did the Language of Hebrew Come From?

This video will explain the surprising and fascinating origin of this ancient language.

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Was the Statue of Liberty REALLY a Gift?

Learn about the numerous possible people who may have modeled for the Statue of Liberty, and some shocking myth-busting.

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A Quick History of the Necktie

Learn the origins of the necktie in 3 minutes

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The Janitor That Changed Science - Historical Figures

James Croll is one of those historical figures whose life story is very difficult to believe. This now-internationally-acclaimed scientist began as a janitor.

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How a Prisoner Used Soup to Escape His Cell

Have you ever hear of a prisoner using SOUP to escape? This is their story...

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There Are Surprising Stories Behind Every US State’s Name

Learn the fascinating history behind the origin of each US state's name.

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History: The Swamp of Many Hidden Secrets

Find out the truth about the secret communities that lived in the Great Dismal Swamp in North America.

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Discover the Story of This Little-Known Medieval Kingdom

Discover the origins of the little-known kingdom of the Isles that existed way back in the 840s.

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Medical Lesson: What ARE Enzymes?

This handy animated video is perfect for the job of explaining what enzymes are.

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Car Designs Have Changed SO Much Over the Last Century

A classic car expert provides an in-depth analysis of the last 100 years of car design.