Infectious diseases in ancient Egypt (original) (raw)

2017, Lancet Infectious Diseases

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The review of "A History of Disease in Ancient Times: More Lethal than War" by Philip Norrie highlights significant shortcomings in the author's treatment of infectious diseases in ancient Egypt. While recent advances in biomedical techniques help understand the prevalence of diseases like tuberculosis and malaria during that era, Norrie's work is criticized for lacking proper evidence, failing to cite relevant studies, and relying on non-academic sources. The review calls for a more thorough academic investigation into the health conditions of ancient populations to provide better insights for both scholars and modern practitioners.