The newest statin drug, rosuvastatin, has been called a superstatin because it appears to reduce LDL cholesterol to a greater degree than the other approved statin drugs.
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Acetaminophen (Tylenol) in overdose can seriously damage the liver. It should never be taken by people who use alcohol heavily; it can result in severe liver damage and even a condition requiring a liver transplant.
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The people with the highest levels of LDL are Mexican American males and non-Hispanic black females.
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After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.
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The lipid bilayer is made of phospholipids. They are arranged in a double layer because one of their ends is attracted to water while the other is repelled by water.
Head binding, or artificial deformation, was used by some populations as a sign of identity.
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Loss of Indian Lands, 1850–2010
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