Congestive heart failure is a serious disorder that carries a reduced life expectancy. Heart failure is usually a chronic illness, and it may worsen with infection or other physical stressors.
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After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.
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Though the United States has largely rejected the metric system, it is used for currency, as in 100 pennies = 1 dollar. Previously, the British currency system was used, with measurements such as 12 pence to the shilling, and 20 shillings to the pound.
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Bacteria have flourished on the earth for over three billion years. They were the first life forms on the planet.
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The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.