New research using CT scans of Viking-Age skulls has revealed evidence of severe infections, osteoarthritis, and dental diseases that plagued Sweden’s medieval population. The study offers a glimpse into the hardships of Viking life, where untreated illnesses could linger for years.
Source: https://www.medievalists.net/2025/02/viking-age-skulls-reveal-widespread-disease-and-infections/
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