6 Diseases That Have Shaped Human History

The video explores six devastating diseases throughout history: the plague, smallpox, syphilis, cholera, yellow fever, and hemophilia. It discusses their impact on societies, the scientific advancements they spurred, and how they shaped modern medicine. The video highlights the role of quarantine, vaccination, antibiotics, and epidemiology in combating these diseases, as well as the genetic nature of hemophilia and its historical implications.

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