VOICED : Plague alert over Madagascar's macabre body turning

The video explores the Malagasy tradition of 'turning the bones,' a ritual where families exhumate and celebrate with their deceased ancestors. This practice, rooted in cultural beliefs, allows the living to connect with the dead, seeking blessings and honoring their memory. However, it poses public health challenges due to potential plague outbreaks from handling the remains. The tradition is a significant cultural event, bringing families together but also raising health concerns.

What role do the ancestors play in the lives of the living according to Malagasy beliefs?

What public health challenge is associated with the Malagasy physical attachment to their dead?