First known amputation uncovered in Borneo

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First known amputation uncovered in Borneo

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Sep 9, 2022

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A massive archeological find has been making headlines all over the news this week. Plus, 'breakfast like a king, dine like a pauper', is there any truth to the old saying? And are video GP consultations safe enough to be a permanent fixture in medical practice? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

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