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The term bacteria was devised in the 19th century by German biologist Ferdinand Cohn. He based it on the Greek word "bakterion" meaning a small rod or staff. Cohn is considered to be the father of modern bacteriology.
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Drugs are in development that may cure asthma and hay fever once and for all. They target leukotrienes, which are known to cause tightening of the air passages in the lungs and increase mucus productions in nasal passages.
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Drying your hands with a paper towel will reduce the bacterial count on your hands by 45–60%.
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Illicit drug use costs the United States approximately $181 billion every year.
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The familiar sounds of your heart are made by the heart's valves as they open and close.