Medical History

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History

The Woman Who Gave Birth to Rabbits — And Fooled 18th-Century England

Discover the bizarre true story of Mary Toft, the 18th-century English woman who convinced doctors and royalty she...

Leila Hocke · · 8 min
Kuru
Health

Kuru: The Fatal Brain Disease Spread by Cannibalism in Papua New Guinea

Explore Kuru, the fatal prion disease spread by ritual cannibalism in Papua New Guinea. Learn about its tragic...

Dr. Eric Smeer · · 7 min
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Diseases

Methemoglobinemia: The Mystery of the Blue Skin Syndrome

Explore methemoglobinemia, the rare condition causing blue skin syndrome. Learn about its genetic causes, historical cases like the...

Tse Ho · · 10 min