In 1864, the first barbiturate (barbituric acid) was synthesized.
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Blastomycosis is often misdiagnosed, resulting in tragic outcomes. It is caused by a fungus living in moist soil, in wooded areas of the United States and Canada. If inhaled, the fungus can cause mild breathing problems that may worsen and cause serious illness and even death.
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Street names for barbiturates include reds, red devils, yellow jackets, blue heavens, Christmas trees, and rainbows. They are commonly referred to as downers.
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Elderly adults are living longer, and causes of death are shifting. At the same time, autopsy rates are at or near their lowest in history.
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The immune system needs 9.5 hours of sleep in total darkness to recharge completely.
The oxygen sensor provides a quick response at the stoichiometric air–fuel ratio of 14.7:1.