Acute bronchitis is an inflammation of the breathing tubes (bronchi), which causes increased mucus production and other changes. It is usually caused by bacteria or viruses, can be serious in people who have pulmonary or cardiac diseases, and can lead to pneumonia.
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Oxytocin is recommended only for pregnancies that have a medical reason for inducing labor (such as eclampsia) and is not recommended for elective procedures or for making the birthing process more convenient.
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Drying your hands with a paper towel will reduce the bacterial count on your hands by 45–60%.
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Bacteria have flourished on the earth for over three billion years. They were the first life forms on the planet.
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People about to have surgery must tell their health care providers about all supplements they take.
