Scurvy diagnoses in Australia and Canada suggest doctors should consider testing for vitamin C deficiency in patients experiencing poverty, food insecurity and social isolation

Arrr! Now considered an ancient disease of sailors, recent research shows that scurvy is still harming vulnerable populations struggling to eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Discover the Winners of the 2024 Gizmodo Science Fair ➜ We may earn a commission when you buy through links on our sites.

Doctors in developed countries have recently reported treating cases of scurvy, including in Australia. Here’s why we might see more of it.

Arrrrrr you kidding? Scurvy, a vitamin C deficiency disease that plagued sailors and pirates centuries ago, appears to be re-emerging thanks to the rising cost of living and the popularity of weight loss surgery,