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Russia has the highest death rate from cardiovascular disease followed by the Ukraine, Romania, Hungary, and Poland.
An identified risk factor for osteoporosis is the intake of excessive amounts of vitamin A. Dietary intake of approximately double the recommended daily amount of vitamin A, by women, has been shown to reduce bone mineral density and increase the chances for hip fractures compared with women who consumed the recommended daily amount (or less) of vitamin A.
There are approximately 3 million unintended pregnancies in the United States each year.
There are over 65,000 known species of protozoa. About 10,000 species are parasitic.
The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.