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When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.
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The most common childhood diseases include croup, chickenpox, ear infections, flu, pneumonia, ringworm, respiratory syncytial virus, scabies, head lice, and asthma.
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The first successful kidney transplant was performed in 1954 and occurred in Boston. A kidney from an identical twin was transplanted into his dying brother's body and was not rejected because it did not appear foreign to his body.
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Children with strabismus (crossed eyes) can be treated. They are not able to outgrow this condition on their own, but with help, it can be more easily corrected at a younger age. It is important for infants to have eye examinations as early as possible in their development and then another at age 2 years.
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A seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to reduce the chances you will get seasonal influenza and spread it to others.
Five Areas for listening to the heart
Listening to the fetal heartbeat with a Doppler device.
The lower intake manifold attaches to the cylinder heads.
Passive stretching enhances joint function.
Passive touch by holding the head lightly.
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