Diagnosing the Past
Green Spring Gardens 4601 Green Spring Road, Alexandria, Virginia
Was Jane Austen poisoned? What made King George go mad? Hear about the diagnoses of historical figures using modern medical and scientific knowledge, the interesting possibilities they have raised, and the potential pitfalls of attempting to diagnose “historical patients.”
The legends you've heard about these famous patients have changed as recent medical discoveries shed new light on old symptoms. Tickets are $15 for the program, $36 for the program plus tea. Advance registration is recommended through the Fairfax County website.
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