Ancient Trade Centers
Tuberculosis in Dibba
The Spread of Disease in Ancient Times
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This coastal city in the UAE was a major trade hub for over 2,000 years due to its location near the Strait of Hormuz.

DIBBA

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This infectious disease, found in some skeletons in Dibba, primarily affects the lungs. 

tuberculosis

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This highly contagious disease spread through ancient trade routes, including those passing through Dibba.

tuberculosis

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Ancient people in Dibba used this material to build their homes and structures.

Mudbrick

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Archaeological evidence in Dibba suggests that ancient merchants traded these highly valuable stones, often used in jewelry, which came from this region.

apis lazuli stones, and they came from Afghanistan

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Archaeologists found artifacts from this ancient civilization, proving Dibba’s trade connections with South Asia.

Indus river valley

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What are some symptoms of Tuberculosis? (Name at least 4) 

  • Persistent cough (lasting more than three weeks)
  • Coughing up blood or sputum
  • Chest pain
  • Fatigue
  • Weight loss
  • Night sweats
  • Fever
  • Chills
  • Loss of appetite
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Tuberculosis mainly affects this part of the body, leading to coughing and difficulty breathing.

The Lungs

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Ancient Dibba’s location made it a perfect place for these sea creatures, which were a key part of trade.

Fish

200

Who is the smartest best funniest person here

ALEYNA OBVIOUSLYYYY 

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Dibba was important for trade because it was near this famous water passage.

the Strait of Hormuz

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The study of ancient bones showing TB infection helps researchers understand the disease’s impact on these two aspects of past civilizations.

Health and lifestyle

300

Close-contact living, poor sanitation, and this factor made disease outbreaks common in ancient cities.

Frequent travel

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why do archeologists think that Dibba was a trade center for at least 2,000 years.

Dibba's strategic location, continuous settlement, and trade goods from ancient cultures show it was a key trade hub for over 2,000 years.

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Archaeologists found these ancient human remains in Dibba, helping them learn about the past.

Skeletons

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TB found in Dibba’s skeletons suggests that close-contact living and this factor contributed to its spread in the trading community.


 frequent travel

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The Silk Road and maritime trade routes helped spread diseases like TB between Asia, Africa, and this continent.

Europe

400

Ancient Dibba’s residents likely relied on these animals for transport and trade.

Camels

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Dibba was an important stop for traders traveling between Arabia, Africa, and this continent.

Asia

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The discovery of TB in ancient Dibba skeletons shows that infectious diseases have affected human societies for many years.

thousands of years

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Ancient people might have gotten tuberculosis from this type of close contact during trade.


Sharing food or water

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Ancient Dibba was known for this type of craft, often traded with nearby civilizations.

Pottery

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Researchers have found evidence of tuberculosis in ancient Dibba skeletons, indicating the disease spread through these types of early transport systems.

trade caravans or ships

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