The study suggests that syphilis emerged in the Americas within the last 8,000 years, challenging previous beliefs about its origins and spread.
Kirsten Bos highlighted the emotional nature of the syphilis debate, calling it 'one of the most enigmatic questions in science' that deserves clarity.
Despite syphilis being easily treatable with antibiotics, it continues to pose a public health risk, showcasing the disconnection between treatment availability and disease prevalence.
The research emphasizes that early versions of Treponema pallidum were already diverse and widespread in the Americas prior to European exploration.
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