Claim: "A unique genetic mutation in the Bajau people of South-East Asia" allows them "to dive underwater for hours each day"
Fact-check: Research suggests that a particular mutation related to larger spleen size provides the Bajau people from Southeast Asia with remarkable diving skills - Science Feedback
Verdict: mostly accurate
Organisation: Science Feedback
Author: Pablo Rougerie
Date published: 2024-07-19T08:41:47