More than nineteen million Americans carry the factor V gene that causes blood clots, pulmonary embolism, and heart disease.
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Addicts to opiates often avoid treatment because they are afraid of withdrawal. Though unpleasant, with proper management, withdrawal is rarely fatal and passes relatively quickly.
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Blood in the urine can be a sign of a kidney stone, glomerulonephritis, or other kidney problems.
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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 calories found in one piece of cherry cheesecake could light a 60-watt light bulb for 1.5 hours.
