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Women are two-thirds more likely than men to develop irritable bowel syndrome. This may be attributable to hormonal changes related to their menstrual cycles.
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For high blood pressure (hypertension), a new class of drug, called a vasopeptidase blocker (inhibitor), has been developed. It decreases blood pressure by simultaneously dilating the peripheral arteries and increasing the body's loss of salt.
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Certain rare plants containing cyanide include apricot pits and a type of potato called cassava. Fortunately, only chronic or massive ingestion of any of these plants can lead to serious poisoning.
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The human body's pharmacokinetics are quite varied. Our hair holds onto drugs longer than our urine, blood, or saliva. For example, alcohol can be detected in the hair for up to 90 days after it was consumed. The same is true for marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, heroin, methamphetamine, and nicotine.
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The immune system needs 9.5 hours of sleep in total darkness to recharge completely.
Index of seed size and hardiness prior to, during, and after drought.
CHD Risk Factors
NCC MERP Index for categorizing medication errors.
Schematic diagram of virulence factors of Helicobacter pylori.
Major regulatory factors controlling pyruvate dehydrogenase and the citric acid cycle
Factors That Contribute to Eating Disorders