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January 22, 2026

Colonial apothecary preparing a tonic as part of preventive health care in St. Augustine

Published by Strait Web Solutions on January 22, 2026

New Year, Old Remedies: Preventive Health and Daily Wellness in Colonial St. Augustine

A new year often brings renewed focus on health—more rest, better habits, and a fresh start. In colonial St. Augustine, people may not have used the […]

October 7, 2025

Colonial-era doctor using early medical tools associated with bloodletting and apothecary care in St. Augustine

Published by Strait Web Solutions on October 7, 2025

Bloodletting, Leeches, and Belief: Medicine Before Modern Science in Colonial St. Augustine

Modern medicine is shaped by lab testing, microscopes, and a clear understanding of infection and anatomy. In colonial St. Augustine, medical care followed a very different […]