Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).
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Drug-induced pharmacodynamic effects manifested in older adults include drug-induced renal toxicity, which can be a major factor when these adults are experiencing other kidney problems.
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Most childhood vaccines are 90–99% effective in preventing disease. Side effects are rarely serious.
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The familiar sounds of your heart are made by the heart's valves as they open and close.
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Barbituric acid, the base material of barbiturates, was first synthesized in 1863 by Adolph von Bayer. His company later went on to synthesize aspirin for the first time, and Bayer aspirin is still a popular brand today.
Heart diagram
The valves of the heart.
Anatomy of the heart
Describe the development of atherosclerosis, including its role in the risk of heart disease
Positions for auscultation of the heart: Supine
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