Anatomical variations of the foramen transversarium of cervical vertebrae from the ancient population of Herculaneum (79 CE; Naples, Italy)

Viciano, Joan; Remigio, Marta; D’Anastasio, Ruggero; Capasso, Luigi

doi:10.1127/homo/2021/1309

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“…In recent decades, the palaeobiological studies carried out on the bone and dental human remains of the victims of the eruption has allowed the obtention of useful information not only to understand the habits and lifestyle of the ancient inhabitants, but also the status of health and diseases with which the general population was affected (e.g., [ 41 , 66 , 67 , 68 , 69 , 70 , 71 , 72 ]). Although bone and dental human remains constitute the primary source through which it is possible to derive direct information on the diseases suffered by the ancient inhabitants, osteological remains from animal assemblages are no less important to provide data that can help to elucidate the close coexistence and animal–human interaction, and the animal-related infections transmitted to humans in the community.…”

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Transmission of Zoonotic Diseases in the Daily Life of Ancient Pompeii and Herculaneum (79 CE, Italy): A Review of Animal–Human–Environment Interactions through Biological, Historical and Archaeological Sources

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Viciano

2022

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There is no doubt that the cultural and urban environments contributed to the animal–human interaction in the daily life of the ancient Roman world. The singularity of the circumstances of the burial of Pompeii and Herculaneum, together with literary sources and the extraordinary state of preservation of the archaeological and biological material found, has provided researchers with an opportunity, unique in its kind, to reconstruct the life and ways of living of its inhabitants. This study illustrates the main drivers and mechanisms for the distribution and transmission of zoonotic diseases in these ancient Roman populations, such as (i) the large number and role that different animal species played in the ancient Roman world; (ii) the environmental conditions for the survival of parasites, pathogens and vectors; (iii) the great variety and intensity of commercial activities and occupations that presented certain risks of infections; (iv) the absence of adequate safety controls during processing, distribution and preservation of foodstuffs in unsuitable environments and some culinary habits; (v) the inadequate mechanisms of the disposal of human waste and the biotic contamination of watercourses and reservoirs; and finally (vi) the use of animals related to religious and cultural practices.

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Section: Historical Background Of the Roman Cities Of Pompeii And Herculaneummentioning

confidence: 99%

Transmission of Zoonotic Diseases in the Daily Life of Ancient Pompeii and Herculaneum (79 CE, Italy): A Review of Animal–Human–Environment Interactions through Biological, Historical and Archaeological Sources

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Remigio²,

Viciano

2022

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Anatomical variations of the foramen transversarium of cervical vertebrae from the ancient population of Herculaneum (79 CE; Naples, Italy)

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Transmission of Zoonotic Diseases in the Daily Life of Ancient Pompeii and Herculaneum (79 CE, Italy): A Review of Animal–Human–Environment Interactions through Biological, Historical and Archaeological Sources

Transmission of Zoonotic Diseases in the Daily Life of Ancient Pompeii and Herculaneum (79 CE, Italy): A Review of Animal–Human–Environment Interactions through Biological, Historical and Archaeological Sources

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