Published Jun 11, 2024
Ep 142 Leeches: It’s more powerful than magic, it’s nature
Discover the surprising modern medical applications of leeches, as Preventive Medicine Physician Dr. Robert Rowe delves into their historical and contemporary uses, ranging from pivotal surgical aids to their unique biological properties, defying magical explanations through nature's brilliance.
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