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Bloodletting was all the rage:
In ancient times, bloodletting was a common medical practice used to treat ailments by draining blood from patients. Initially done with sharp tools, it later evolved to using leeches, with millions employed in the 1800s. Notably, George Washington died after losing nearly 40% of his blood from this practice.
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Bloodletting was all the rage:
In ancient times, bloodletting was a common medical practice used to treat ailments by draining blood from patients. Initially done with sharp tools, it later evolved to using leeches, with millions employed in the 1800s. Notably, George Washington died after losing nearly 40% of his blood from this practice.