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Squirrels may have given medieval Britons leprosy
It’s the first time a medieval animal has been identified as a host for the disease.BBC News - Top stories -
Leprosy passed between medieval squirrels and humans, study suggests
Genetic analysis of Winchester samples shows similar strains of disease and supports theory that fur trade played role in spread. Leprosy passed between humans and red squirrels in medieval England, research suggests, supporting the theory that ...The Guardian - World