Kelly Kate. The History of Medicine. The Middle Ages: 500-1450

Facts on File, 2009. — 158 p.During the Middle Ages (ca 529-1100), the rise of Christianity had a definite effect on the practice of medicine. Pope Gregory (ca 540-604) stressed the importance of prayer over medicine, and over time that sentiment became pervasive. This book illuminates what occurred during medieval times that affected future developments in medicine.