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Paleopathology

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Definition: Paleopathology is the study of diseases in ancient humans or other lifeforms. British medical doctor Calvin Wells is considered the father of modern paleopathology.

This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar.

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