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Quackery

A Brief History of the Worst Ways to Cure Everything
Summary:

The book delves into the history of medical treatments that were once considered legitimate but are now recognized as ineffective or harmful, exploring a range of bizarre remedies and practices. It covers topics from mercury treatments to bloodletting, providing a humorous yet informative look at the misguided medical interventions of the past.

Key points:

1. Quackery History: The book details the long history of medical fraud, showing how people have been tricked by fake treatments since ancient times.

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