Human neurons are so small that they require a microscope in order to be seen. However, some neurons can be up to 3 feet long, such as those that extend from the spinal cord to the toes.
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Alcohol acts as a diuretic. Eight ounces of water is needed to metabolize just 1 ounce of alcohol.
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There are more nerve cells in one human brain than there are stars in the Milky Way.
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Approximately 500,000 babies are born each year in the United States to teenage mothers.
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The immune system needs 9.5 hours of sleep in total darkness to recharge completely.
A guinea pig being examined by a veterinary medical officer for general health and pulmonary conditi
Many hobbies and leisure activities have some risk of health-related injuries
It is important to act concerned when a patient is upset.
Review of Health and Illness over the Adult Years
Access to clean drinking water is just as important as adequate nutrition for human health