Evidence of Tungiasis in Pre-Hispanic America
Ancient parasites of the genus Tunga originated in America and, during the first half of the 19th century, were transported to the Eastern Hemisphere on transatlantic voyages. Although they were first documented by Spanish chroniclers after the arrival of Columbus, little is known about their presen...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
2011-05-01
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| Series: | Emerging Infectious Diseases |
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| Online Access: | https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/17/5/10-0542_article |
