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Earwax has antimicrobial properties that reduce the viability of bacteria and fungus in the human ear.
After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.
Astigmatism is the most common vision problem. It may accompany nearsightedness or farsightedness. It is usually caused by an irregularly shaped cornea, but sometimes it is the result of an irregularly shaped lens. Either type can be corrected by eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery.
Women are 50% to 75% more likely than men to experience an adverse drug reaction.
Since 1988, the CDC has reported a 99% reduction in bacterial meningitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae, due to the introduction of the vaccine against it.