The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was originally known as the Communicable Disease Center, which was formed to fight malaria. It was originally headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, since the Southern states faced the worst threat from malaria.
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Blood in the urine can be a sign of a kidney stone, glomerulonephritis, or other kidney problems.
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Green tea is able to stop the scent of garlic or onion from causing bad breath.
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Pubic lice (crabs) are usually spread through sexual contact. You cannot catch them by using a public toilet.
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The first-known contraceptive was crocodile dung, used in Egypt in 2000 BC. Condoms were also reportedly used, made of animal bladders or intestines.
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