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Perth man treated for scurvy, illness linked to cost of living crisis

By L. Dreeye Oct 23, 2024

Perth man treated for scurvy, illness linked to cost of living crisis

Scurvy, the scourge of sailors in the 15th and 16th centuries, is making a comeback in Washington state amid a cost-of-living crisis.

A middle-aged Perth man who ate little fruit and vegetables and often skipped meals was being treated for scurvy at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital.

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