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As the western states of America were settled, pioneers often had to drink rancid water from ponds and other sources. This often resulted in chronic diarrhea, causing many cases of dehydration and death that could have been avoided if clean water had been available.
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Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).
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After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.
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Thyroid conditions cause a higher risk of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.
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The first documented use of surgical anesthesia in the United States was in Connecticut in 1844.