Did Medieval Anglo-Saxons Cure MRSA?

The video explores the discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming in 1928 and its revolutionary impact on medicine. It highlights the issue of antibiotic resistance, exacerbated by overuse and misuse, leading to the emergence of superbugs. The narrative shifts to the surprising efficacy of medieval remedies, particularly a recipe from Bald's Leechbook, against modern antibiotic-resistant bacteria like MRSA. The video encourages a reevaluation of historical knowledge, suggesting that ancient practices may hold valuable insights for contemporary medical challenges.

What discovery did Alexander Fleming make in 1928?

How did the mold discovered by Fleming affect Staphylococcus bacteria?

What challenges have arisen with the use of antibiotics since their discovery?

What was the medieval remedy that Christina Lee and Freya Harrison investigated?

What does the story of the medieval remedy suggest about modern medicine?