All adults should have their cholesterol levels checked once every 5 years. During 2009–2010, 69.4% of Americans age 20 and older reported having their cholesterol checked within the last five years.
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Most fungi that pathogenically affect humans live in soil. If a person is not healthy, has an open wound, or is immunocompromised, a fungal infection can be very aggressive.
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The term bacteria was devised in the 19th century by German biologist Ferdinand Cohn. He based it on the Greek word "bakterion" meaning a small rod or staff. Cohn is considered to be the father of modern bacteriology.
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Pubic lice (crabs) are usually spread through sexual contact. You cannot catch them by using a public toilet.
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The average office desk has 400 times more bacteria on it than a toilet.
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Telomere length is related to the amount of time adults spend in leisure time activity. Source: Ada
Blood coagulation pathways in vivo showing the central role played by thrombin
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