Blood is approximately twice as thick as water because of the cells and other components found in it.
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Since 1988, the CDC has reported a 99% reduction in bacterial meningitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae, due to the introduction of the vaccine against it.
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Adolescents often feel clumsy during puberty because during this time of development, their hands and feet grow faster than their arms and legs do. The body is therefore out of proportion. One out of five adolescents actually experiences growing pains during this period.
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People about to have surgery must tell their health care providers about all supplements they take.
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In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
