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Southerners Aren’t Lazy and Dumb, They Just Had Hookworm

Mar 16, 2017 · 48m
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  • Hookworm infections historically contributed to stereotypes of Southerners.
  • Explains how parasites sapped energy and affected cognitive function.
  • Connects a medical condition to historical perceptions of laziness.

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