Ether was used widely for surgeries but became less popular because of its flammability and its tendency to cause vomiting. In England, it was quickly replaced by chloroform, but this agent caused many deaths and lost popularity.
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Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system destroys its own healthy tissues. When this occurs, white blood cells cannot distinguish between pathogens and normal cells.
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In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
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If all the neurons in the human body were lined up, they would stretch more than 600 miles.
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Human neurons are so small that they require a microscope in order to be seen. However, some neurons can be up to 3 feet long, such as those that extend from the spinal cord to the toes.
Setting the Boundaries
"The Department of Agriculture came out today with its prediction for food price