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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Malaria was not eliminated in the United States until 1951. The term eliminated means that no new cases arise in a country for 3 years.
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Cutaneous mucormycosis is a rare fungal infection that has been fatal in at least 29% of cases, and in as many as 83% of cases, depending on the patient's health prior to infection. It has occurred often after natural disasters such as tornados, and early treatment is essential.
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Human kidneys will clean about 1 million gallons of blood in an average lifetime.
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A seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to reduce the chances you will get seasonal influenza and spread it to others.
Sulfides, Oxides, and Carbonates
Notice the reddish-brown haze caused by nitrogen oxides that is often over many major cities.