The lipid bilayer is made of phospholipids. They are arranged in a double layer because one of their ends is attracted to water while the other is repelled by water.
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More than 30% of American adults, and about 12% of children utilize health care approaches that were developed outside of conventional medicine.
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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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Medication errors are more common among seriously ill patients than with those with minor conditions.
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Asthma cases in Americans are about 75% higher today than they were in 1980.