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World's oldest known nursing home discovered in ruins of ancient Christian city, dates back 1,600 years

Archaeologists in Israel have uncovered a 1,600-year-old Christian care facility for the elderly, believed to be the world's oldest nursing home. The facility was found in the ruins of the ancient city of Hippos near the Sea of Galilee, with a mosaic inscription reading 'Peace be with the elders' in Koine Greek.

Original article source: https://www.foxnews.com/travel/worlds-oldest-known-nursing-home-discovered-ruins-ancient-christian-city-dates-back-1600-years
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