The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was originally known as the Communicable Disease Center, which was formed to fight malaria. It was originally headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, since the Southern states faced the worst threat from malaria.
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Eat fiber! A diet high in fiber can help lower cholesterol levels by as much as 10%.
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Thyroid conditions may make getting pregnant impossible.
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In most climates, 8 to 10 glasses of water per day is recommended for adults. The best indicator for adequate fluid intake is frequent, clear urination.
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There are over 65,000 known species of protozoa. About 10,000 species are parasitic.
