Salmonella May Have Caused Massive Aztec Epidemic, Study Finds

The 16th century epidemic, likely set off or exacerbated by European invaders, was one of the most deadly in human history. New evidence traces it to a type of salmonella that causes a deadly fever.(Image credit: Alexandre Meneghini/AP)
Source: NPR Health and Science - Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Source Type: news