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Wild Chimpanzees Found To Treat Illnesses With Medicinal Plants

Chimpanzees afflicted with illness consume tree bark, dead wood, and ferns known for their antibiotic and anti-inflammatory properties. According to a study published on June 20 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE, chimpanzees may consume plants with medicinal benefits to address their health issue

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