|
|
In the United States, congenital cytomegalovirus causes one child to become disabled almost every hour. CMV is the leading preventable viral cause of development disability in newborns. These disabilities include hearing or vision loss, and cerebral palsy.
After a vasectomy, it takes about 12 ejaculations to clear out sperm that were already beyond the blocked area.
Cutaneous mucormycosis is a rare fungal infection that has been fatal in at least 29% of cases, and in as many as 83% of cases, depending on the patient's health prior to infection. It has occurred often after natural disasters such as tornados, and early treatment is essential.
The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.
The immune system needs 9.5 hours of sleep in total darkness to recharge completely.