27 January 2024
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Learn about medicine and healthcare in Roman Britain with interactive discussions, practical sessions and a tour around the Roman bathing and temple site.
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Finding ways to cope with illnesses and injuries have been constant concerns throughout all human history. Written records together with archaeological finds from sites such as Bath have painted a vivid picture of the medical care provided to both the military and the civilian inhabitants of Roman Britain.
Facilitated by a doctor-historian, this adult day school will also present a unique opportunity to explore the relationship between ancient and modern medicine covering questions such as:
- Dealing with stress, depression and anxiety. Does Roman Stoicism offer us a philosophy of life that can help with mental wellbeing today?
- Next Emperor, please! Can modern doctors diagnose past illnesses?
- Can today's healers learn anything from their Roman forbears about 'how to look; how to listen; how to speak; and how to care'?
The event will take place at the Roman Baths Clore Learning Centre.
