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The term bacteria was devised in the 19th century by German biologist Ferdinand Cohn. He based it on the Greek word "bakterion" meaning a small rod or staff. Cohn is considered to be the father of modern bacteriology.
Blood in the urine can be a sign of a kidney stone, glomerulonephritis, or other kidney problems.
This year, an estimated 1.4 million Americans will have a new or recurrent heart attack.
The heart is located in the center of the chest, with part of it tipped slightly so that it taps against the left side of the chest.
Hypertension is a silent killer because it is deadly and has no significant early symptoms. The danger from hypertension is the extra load on the heart, which can lead to hypertensive heart disease and kidney damage. This occurs without any major symptoms until the high blood pressure becomes extreme. Regular blood pressure checks are an important method of catching hypertension before it can kill you.