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Pink eye is a term that refers to conjunctivitis, which is inflammation of the thin, clear membrane (conjunctiva) over the white part of the eye (sclera). It may be triggered by a virus, bacteria, or foreign body in the eye. Antibiotic eye drops alleviate bacterial conjunctivitis, and antihistamine allergy pills or eye drops help control allergic conjunctivitis symptoms.
As of mid-2016, 18.2 million people were receiving advanced retroviral therapy (ART) worldwide. This represents between 43–50% of the 34–39.8 million people living with HIV.
After a vasectomy, it takes about 12 ejaculations to clear out sperm that were already beyond the blocked area.
Eat fiber! A diet high in fiber can help lower cholesterol levels by as much as 10%.
Blood is approximately twice as thick as water because of the cells and other components found in it.