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The ancient Egyptian legacy of anatomical science
The early foundations of human anatomy were built from traditions of medicine, embalming, and animal sacrifice.
May 25 • 
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The ancient Egyptian legacy of anatomical science
Ancient amputations tell remarkable stories of survival and care
A 33,000-year-old case of an amputated leg prompts comparisons to earlier Neandertal instances of amputation.
Dec 25, 2022 • 
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