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Interesting facts from genetics research on European populations.
In the 2-3% of the genome inherited from Neanderthals, gene variants were identified to predispose to depression, excessive blood coagulation, tobacco addiction, but also provide immune protection against viruses and bacterial infections.
80% of modern infections are of animal origin and have been passed to humans with the transition from hunting-gathering to agricultural societies
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