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The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.
In the United States, there is a birth every 8 seconds, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Population Clock.
Cytomegalovirus affects nearly the same amount of newborns every year as Down syndrome.
The average office desk has 400 times more bacteria on it than a toilet.
Side effects from substance abuse include nausea, dehydration, reduced productivitiy, and dependence. Though these effects usually worsen over time, the constant need for the substance often overcomes rational thinking.