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In 1935, Dr. George W. McCoy produced pellagra in Mississippi as part of a controversial experiment. He aimed to study the disease, which is caused by a deficiency of niacin (vitamin B3), by intentionally depriving subjects of this essential nutrient. This experiment was conducted to understand the effects of the disease and its connection to diet, particularly in the context of poverty in the Southern United States.
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How many people die from pellagra each year?
In modern times, pellagra is rare and deaths from the condition are extremely rare due to the availability of niacin-fortified foods and increased awareness. However, if left untreated, pellagra can be fatal, typically from complications such as infections or organ failure.
How many rajput doctor does India produce each year?
In the beginning, no you need not pick any various India
Joliet and Marquette explored the Mississippi in what year?
they explored the Mississippi river in the year 1670.
How many tornadoes are in Mississippi in a year?
It varies widely, from year to year, but on average Mississippi gets about 45 tornadoes per year.
How much oil does the gulf of Mexico produce for the US?
The offshore oil rigs for Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas produce over 480,000,000 barrels per year. That is about 1.3 million barrels a day.
Does Mississippi or Missouri have the warmest temperature year round?
Mississippi
What is the average number of tornadoes per year in Mississippi?
Based on data from the past 30 years, Mississippi averages about 40 tornadoes per year.
What year was Mississippi readmitted the union?
Mississippi was re-admitted to the Union in 1870.
In what year did the Mississippi flood?
the Mississippi river flooded in 1927 1973 and 1918
What year was the Mississippi quarter made?
The Mississippi state quarter was minted in 2002.
How do you use Mississippi in a sentence?
Mississippi is a southern state. Mississippi Mud is a chocolate lover's delight. Let's all go to Mississippi for vacation this year!
What year was Mississippi Burning?
1988
