The remains of Cardinal Giovanni de Medici and Grand Duke Francesco de Medici have revealed the presence of malaria strains, shedding light on the health challenges of their time.
Cardinal Giovanni passed away in 1562, followed by his brother Francesco in 1587, both reportedly succumbing to malaria.
These discoveries not only highlight the medical struggles of the Renaissance era but also contribute to the understanding of historical family tragedies within the Medici lineage.