Most fungi that pathogenically affect humans live in soil. If a person is not healthy, has an open wound, or is immunocompromised, a fungal infection can be very aggressive.
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Egg cells are about the size of a grain of sand. They are formed inside of a female's ovaries before she is even born.
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Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
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The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends that all women age 65 years of age or older should be screened with bone densitometry.
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Approximately 70% of expectant mothers report experiencing some symptoms of morning sickness during the first trimester of pregnancy.
