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A unique genetic mapping study carried out to determine the ancestry of ancient Arabs in Bahrain has revealed that the people in the region developed resistance to malaria following the appearance of agriculture around five thousand years ago.
DNA analysis of the remains of four individuals from the Tylos-period Bahrain (300 BC to 600 AD) revealed the presence of a malaria-protective genetic mutation known as G6PD Mediterranean in three samples..