Egyptian Mummies: Ancient Lives, New Discoveries features six mummified individuals who range from a young child to middle-age adults. CT scans revealed dental problemsThe three-dimensional images show amulets — used as good luck charms — placed in various parts of the mummies' bodies. It wasn't until the British researchers used CT scans that it was determined the body was indeed of a female. (Martin Trainor/CBC)Grzymski also noted that the first CT scans performed on mummies was done in Toronto in 1974 by doctors and researchers at SickKids. ROM taking COVID-19 precautionsAncient Mummies is a ticketed event that limits the number of visitors in attendance.

Source: CBC News September 18, 2020 10:00 UTC