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Most strokes are caused when blood clots move to a blood vessel in the brain and block blood flow to that area. Thrombolytic therapy can be used to dissolve the clot quickly. If given within 3 hours of the first stroke symptoms, this therapy can help limit stroke damage and disability.
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Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
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Earwax has antimicrobial properties that reduce the viability of bacteria and fungus in the human ear.
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Excessive alcohol use costs the country approximately $235 billion every year.
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Throughout history, plants containing cardiac steroids have been used as heart drugs and as poisons (e.g., in arrows used in combat), emetics, and diuretics.