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Explain the relationship between kuru and cannibalism among the Fore

Explain the relationship between kuru and cannibalism among the Fore

Forum Question: Explain the relationship between kuru and cannibalism among the Fore.  How is the kuru story a good example of anthropology’s holistic approach?  Be specific.

 

 

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The kuru disease emerged among the Fore in New Guinea after a group was undertaking mortuary cannibalism rituals. This conduct was later believed to have facilitated the emergence and transmission of the kuru pandemic which had devastating effects on people. The disease causes arm and leg pains, thereby leading to coordination problems which can become severe. Lack of coordination makes it difficult for persons to walk, thus being forced to be stationary………………………………

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