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In women, pharmacodynamic differences include increased sensitivity to (and increased effectiveness of) beta-blockers, opioids, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and typical antipsychotics.
Increased intake of vitamin D has been shown to reduce fractures up to 25% in older people.
After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.
The first oncogene was discovered in 1970 and was termed SRC (pronounced "SARK").
The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.