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Neandertals show ancient signs of caring

By Bruce Bower

- More than 2 years ago

A nearly toothless jawbone found last year in France, which represents an early form of the Neandertals, speaks volumes about the ancient roots of providing life-saving care for the injured and infirm, according to a new report.

A top view of the partial Neandertal jaw found in France shows extensive tooth loss and bone damage. Trinkaus

The partial jaw, dated at between about 169,000 and 191,000 years old, contains extensive bone damage and loss.