First mumps, now scurvy at VCU
VCU Dining Services and restaurants close to campus are joining forces to promote healthy eating after cases of scurvy were reported among students. While only one case has been officially reported to the VCU’s Student Health Services, up to three students are rumored to have developed the disease. Scurvy, caused by a lack of vitamin […]
VCU Dining Services and restaurants close to campus are joining forces to promote healthy eating after cases of scurvy were reported among students. While only one case has been officially reported to the VCU’s Student Health Services, up to three students are rumored to have developed the disease.
Scurvy, caused by a lack of vitamin C, is more commonly associated with 17th century sailors than students. Symptoms include swollen or bleeding gums, sore joints and muscles, tiredness and the appearance of red dots on the skin.
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