Mysteries of Ancient Medicine

History | Medical

Station:
National Geographic (US)

Status:
Running

Start:
2026-04-30

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Strange, ingenious, and terrifying healing traditions from the ancient world; combining archaeology, forensics, and stylized reconstructions, it explores topics like toxic remedies, pirate cures, early acupuncture, and Roman battlefield surgeries.

Mysteries of Ancient Medicine Next Episode Air Date

Next Episode is 'Queen Anne's Revenge, Tribal Trepanation, Thunderbolt' (Season 1 Episode 6) and airs on 28 May 2026 20:00 (CDT).

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List of episodes

S1E3 - Poison Panacea, A Shocking Treatment, Cannabis in China
Strange stones, electric catfish and ancient cannabis reveal healing's hidden past.
Air Date: 07 May 2026 20:00 (CDT)
S1E4 - Mummy Medicine, King of Poisons, Maya Sweat Baths
Air Date: 14 May 2026 20:00 (CDT)
S1E5 - James Cook's Cup, Roman Army Hospital, Bamboo Scrolls
Air Date: 21 May 2026 20:00 (CDT)
S1E6 - Queen Anne's Revenge, Tribal Trepanation, Thunderbolt
Air Date: 28 May 2026 20:00 (CDT)

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