Blastomycosis is often misdiagnosed, resulting in tragic outcomes. It is caused by a fungus living in moist soil, in wooded areas of the United States and Canada. If inhaled, the fungus can cause mild breathing problems that may worsen and cause serious illness and even death.
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The first monoclonal antibodies were made exclusively from mouse cells. Some are now fully human, which means they are likely to be safer and may be more effective than older monoclonal antibodies.
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There are over 65,000 known species of protozoa. About 10,000 species are parasitic.
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Acute bronchitis is an inflammation of the breathing tubes (bronchi), which causes increased mucus production and other changes. It is usually caused by bacteria or viruses, can be serious in people who have pulmonary or cardiac diseases, and can lead to pneumonia.
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Vaccines prevent between 2.5 and 4 million deaths every year.
Phlebotomist using a needle to withdraw blood.
The human heart
Blood Vessels
Hormonal and nervous factors influencing blood pressure
The formed elements of blood.
Pulmonary Congestion, which May Result from Congestive Heart Failure
