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After a vasectomy, it takes about 12 ejaculations to clear out sperm that were already beyond the blocked area.
During pregnancy, a woman is more likely to experience bleeding gums and nosebleeds caused by hormonal changes that increase blood flow to the mouth and nose.
In 1864, the first barbiturate (barbituric acid) was synthesized.
People who have myopia, or nearsightedness, are not able to see objects at a distance but only up close. It occurs when the cornea is either curved too steeply, the eye is too long, or both. This condition is progressive and worsens with time. More than 100 million people in the United States are nearsighted, but only 20% of those are born with the condition. Diet, eye exercise, drug therapy, and corrective lenses can all help manage nearsightedness.
Drying your hands with a paper towel will reduce the bacterial count on your hands by 45–60%.