In 1864, the first barbiturate (barbituric acid) was synthesized.
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Russia has the highest death rate from cardiovascular disease followed by the Ukraine, Romania, Hungary, and Poland.
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Cutaneous mucormycosis is a rare fungal infection that has been fatal in at least 29% of cases, and in as many as 83% of cases, depending on the patient's health prior to infection. It has occurred often after natural disasters such as tornados, and early treatment is essential.
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The heart is located in the center of the chest, with part of it tipped slightly so that it taps against the left side of the chest.
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The average adult has about 21 square feet of skin.
Brumbies, Kakadu National Park
Wombat burrow and scat, Narawntapu National Park, Tasmania