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Fatal fungal infections may be able to resist newer antifungal drugs. Globally, fungal infections are often fatal due to the lack of access to multiple antifungals, which may be required to be utilized in combination. Single antifungals may not be enough to stop a fungal infection from causing the death of a patient.
In the United States, an estimated 50 million unnecessary antibiotics are prescribed for viral respiratory infections.
Blood is approximately twice as thick as water because of the cells and other components found in it.
Thyroid conditions may make getting pregnant impossible.
Computer programs are available that crosscheck a new drug's possible trade name with all other trade names currently available. These programs detect dangerous similarities between names and alert the manufacturer of the drug.