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Parasitic worms found in medieval human remains hold secret for eradicating them today – Science Magazine
Evidence suggests improvements to hygiene and sanitation helped Europe conquer roundworms
Parasitic worms like those found in the 15th century remains of King Richard III were relatively common among medieval Europeans, a new study finds.
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By Michael PriceSep. 1, 2020 , 1:30 PM
Fingernail-size roundworms are a scourge in less economically developed countries, where they cause diarrhea, stunt childrens growth, and even kill. A new study suggests these parasites were just as common in medieval Europe as they are today, suggesting Europes later improve…
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