Earwax has antimicrobial properties that reduce the viability of bacteria and fungus in the human ear.
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On average, someone in the United States has a stroke about every 40 seconds. This is about 795,000 people per year.
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Your heart beats over 36 million times a year.
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When intravenous medications are involved in adverse drug events, their harmful effects may occur more rapidly, and be more severe than errors with oral medications. This is due to the direct administration into the bloodstream.
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Approximately 70% of expectant mothers report experiencing some symptoms of morning sickness during the first trimester of pregnancy.
Patients are encouraged to take an active role in their health care.