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The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.
Hyperthyroidism leads to an increased rate of metabolism and affects about 1% of women but only 0.1% of men. For most people, this increased metabolic rate causes the thyroid gland to become enlarged (known as a goiter).
Pink eye is a term that refers to conjunctivitis, which is inflammation of the thin, clear membrane (conjunctiva) over the white part of the eye (sclera). It may be triggered by a virus, bacteria, or foreign body in the eye. Antibiotic eye drops alleviate bacterial conjunctivitis, and antihistamine allergy pills or eye drops help control allergic conjunctivitis symptoms.
The first oral chemotherapy drug for colon cancer was approved by FDA in 2001.
After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.