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Ancient Teeth Reveal Plague's Timeline Dates Back Over 5,500 Years

Recent research uncovers the oldest known evidence of the plague, dating back 5,500 years, which is 200 years earlier than previously believed. The study highlights the disease's impact on ancient populations, particularly children, and its transmission methods.

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