This program provides a chronological overview of humankind's understanding of disease throughout history including prevention, treatment and diagnosis. Ancient Chinese medicine, medieval beliefs, microbiology and 20th century breakthroughs have all contributed to our growing knowledge of disease and medicine. This is an engaging journey through an important area of our scientific history.

Originally released by Video Education America (VEA), 2015. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on January 19, 2017.

Ancient Chinese Beliefs (2:39); --Medieval Beliefs (2:09); -- Discoveries in Microbiology (3:41); -- Understanding Disease Today (2:09); -- Credits: Understanding Disease Through History (0:06); .