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papyrus Ebers

The Papyrus Ebers is an ancient Egyptian medical document dating back to around 1550 BCE, consisting of over 700 remedies and instructions for treating various ailments. Written on a long scroll of papyrus, it combines medical knowledge, herbal formulas, and spiritual practices. It provides insights into early healthcare, showing how ancient Egyptians approached medicine with a mix of practical remedies and religious rituals. The Papyrus Ebers is one of the earliest and most comprehensive medical texts, revealing the ingenuity and complexity of ancient Egyptian medicine and its influence on subsequent medical practices.