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What did ancient people think was the cause of disease and illness?
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∙ 13y ago
the ancient Greeks thought that illness and disease were caused by disfavor of the gods
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In primitive times, the common belief was that disease and illness were caused by evil spirits and demons. Treatment was directed toward eliminating the evil
spirits. As civilizations developed, changes occurred as people began to study the human body and make observations about how it functions.
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoMany believed that demons infested the body and caused illness. Others thought that various things, such as "bad air" caused disease.
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