How Did Diseases Get Their Names?

Today we're looking at the etymology behind a wide variety of well-known diseases - in many cases, based on the scientists and researchers who worked tirelessly to discover and document them.
October 5, 2016
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Why is it called chicken pox, anyway? And is Lyme Disease named after someone called Lyme? In our latest infographic, we take a look at some of the fascinating stories underlying well-known diseases.