Searching History

Experiencing history where it happened...

Searching History

Experiencing history where it happened...

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Medical History, Today In History

Alzheimer’s Named

July 15, 1910, Alzheimer's disease was given a name.

Morgan O'Brien
July 15, 2024

Medical History, Today In History, Women's History

First Birth Control Pill Approved

May 9, 1960, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first birth control pill.

Morgan O'Brien
May 9, 2024

American History, Medical History, Today In History

First Blood Bank in USA

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March 15, 1937. The first blood bank opened in the United States of America.

Morgan O'Brien
March 15, 2024

Medical History, Today In History

First X-Rays

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January 29, 1896, X-rays were used for the first time to treat breast cancer.

Morgan O'Brien
January 29, 2024