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.
Syphilis from all the raping?
Isn’t that a New World disease? Unless you’re saying the Vikings raided Columbia (and made it back), it’s at least 200 years too soon.