Did you know?
The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.
Did you know?
Essential fatty acids have been shown to be effective against ulcers, asthma, dental cavities, and skin disorders such as acne.
Did you know?
More than 150,000 Americans killed by cardiovascular disease are younger than the age of 65 years.
Did you know?
Over time, chronic hepatitis B virus and hepatitis C virus infections can progress to advanced liver disease, liver failure, and hepatocellular carcinoma. Unlike other forms, more than 80% of hepatitis C infections become chronic and lead to liver disease. When combined with hepatitis B, hepatitis C now accounts for 75% percent of all cases of liver disease around the world. Liver failure caused by hepatitis C is now leading cause of liver transplants in the United States.
Did you know?
Vaccines prevent between 2.5 and 4 million deaths every year.
The degree of cerebral cortex folding in different mammalian species. The brains are not shown to sc
Competition among Paramecium species.
Protoneuridae is a family of damselflies. Most species are commonly known as threadtails, while othe
Stem Cell Research Could Expand Clinical Use of Regenerative Human Cells
Human Embryogenesis
Human brain and skull