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People who have myopia, or nearsightedness, are not able to see objects at a distance but only up close. It occurs when the cornea is either curved too steeply, the eye is too long, or both. This condition is progressive and worsens with time. More than 100 million people in the United States are nearsighted, but only 20% of those are born with the condition. Diet, eye exercise, drug therapy, and corrective lenses can all help manage nearsightedness.
On average, someone in the United States has a stroke about every 40 seconds. This is about 795,000 people per year.
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.
In ancient Rome, many of the richer people in the population had lead-induced gout. The reason for this is unclear. Lead poisoning has also been linked to madness.
The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.