Folklore and medicine often go hand in hand. In fact, for a long time they were the very same thing. But folklore has a way of leading people to tragic actions—all in the name of getting better.

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Folklore and medicine often go hand in hand. In fact, for a long time they were the very same thing. But folklore has a way of leading people to tragic actions—all in the name of getting better.* * *This episode of Lore was sponsored by:Loot Crate: LootCrate is a box of pop culture collectibles—housewares, pins, t-shirts, and collectables—packaged around a theme and delivered to your door every month for just $20. It’s the best surprise you know is coming! June's theme is “ALTER EGO”, and includes exclusive items from Spider-Man, Transformers, The Hulk, and DC Comics. Visit <a href="http://www.lootcrate.com/lore">LootCrate.com/lore</a> to sign up by 9PM Pacific on June 19th to get this amazing crate. Plus, use the coupon code LORE at check-out to save $3 off your new subscription.The Great Courses Plus: Hundreds of topics taught by professors and experts, all in one enormous video library. Visit <a href="http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/lore">TheGreatCoursesPlus.com/lore</a> to start your free trial membership — and gain unlimited access to their entire lecture library, including my recommendation: <a href="https://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/show/the_black_death_the_worlds_most_devastating_plague">The Black Death: The World's Most Devastating Plague</a>.Stamps.com: Print your own postage and shipping labels from your home or office. Start your 4-week trial today, and claim your $110 bonus offer, which includes postage, a digital scale, and zero commitment. Just visit <a href="http://www.stamps.com/">Stamps.com</a>, click on the microphone in the top-right of the homepage, and type LORE.* * *Official Lore Merchandise: <a href="http://www.lorepodcast.com/shop">www.lorepodcast.com/shop</a>Extra member episodes: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/lorepodcast">www.patreon.com/lorepodcast</a>Novels by Aaron Mahnke: <a href="http://aaronmahnke.com/novels">www.aaronmahnke.com/novels</a>  Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

Lore is a bi-weekly podcast (now also a TV show and book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.

Sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.

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Folklore and medicine often go hand in hand. In fact, for a long time they were the very same thing. But folklore has a way of leading people to tragic actions—all in the name of getting better. * * * This episode of Lore was sponsored by: Loot...

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