Trends in Human Health Management: A Journey through Time

Steffan98720 Apr, 2021Health

There is no concrete proof of a prehistoric utopia, free from such adversities. Literary and archaeological evidences suggest that diseases have plagued living organisms since the beginning of time. Initially, man was unaware of the causes of sickness and attributed them to be associated with demons and bad omens. Whether it was a common cold or a genetic disease, prayers and sacrifices to the gods were the only hope of a remedy at such times. It is possible that the legend of Big Foot may be based on an unfortunate person suffering from elephantiasis or gigantism or some other genetic predisposition that would have rendered him abnormal. In those days, such persons were considered as abominations and shunned from society. Today, the monster Big Foot could have easily be treated and allowed to remain as an acceptable member of society despite his condition.