The top five reasons that children stay home from school are as follows: colds, stomach flu (gastroenteritis), ear infection (otitis media), pink eye (conjunctivitis), and sore throat.
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Congestive heart failure is a serious disorder that carries a reduced life expectancy. Heart failure is usually a chronic illness, and it may worsen with infection or other physical stressors.
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According to the CDC, approximately 31.7% of the U.S. population has high low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or "bad cholesterol" levels.
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After a vasectomy, it takes about 12 ejaculations to clear out sperm that were already beyond the blocked area.
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After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.
