Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).
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In the ancient and medieval periods, dysentery killed about ? of all babies before they reach 12 months of age. The disease was transferred through contaminated drinking water, because there was no way to adequately dispose of sewage, which contaminated the water.
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Medication errors are more common among seriously ill patients than with those with minor conditions.
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The human body produces and destroys 15 million blood cells every second.
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The U.S. Pharmacopeia Medication Errors Reporting Program states that approximately 50% of all medication errors involve insulin.
Children may sometimes sort their toys into different categories.
In many work settings, middle-aged people demonstrate generativity by serving as mentors for their ...
The cultural and racial–ethnic diversity of today’s work force has led to the need for diversity ...
Blood pressure cuffs are available in various types and sizes for infants and children
Gender and Play in Children (2 of 2)
Children's behaviour rating scores on measures of aggression and anxiety