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About 100 new prescription or over-the-counter drugs come into the U.S. market every year.
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Earwax has antimicrobial properties that reduce the viability of bacteria and fungus in the human ear.
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Cytomegalovirus affects nearly the same amount of newborns every year as Down syndrome.
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Street names for barbiturates include reds, red devils, yellow jackets, blue heavens, Christmas trees, and rainbows. They are commonly referred to as downers.
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Though methadone is often used to treat dependency on other opioids, the drug itself can be abused. Crushing or snorting methadone can achieve the opiate "rush" desired by addicts. Improper use such as these can lead to a dangerous dependency on methadone. This drug now accounts for nearly one-third of opioid-related deaths.