The Revival of a Bloodthirsty Obsession
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Jun 21, 2019 • 16M
The Revival of a Bloodthirsty Obsession
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Leeches were once a popular medical treatment for everything from headaches to hemorrhages. Now a subculture of true believers is reclaiming this ancient practice.
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