In the United States, an estimated 50 million unnecessary antibiotics are prescribed for viral respiratory infections.
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Most childhood vaccines are 90–99% effective in preventing disease. Side effects are rarely serious.
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The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.
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Women are two-thirds more likely than men to develop irritable bowel syndrome. This may be attributable to hormonal changes related to their menstrual cycles.
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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.