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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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About 100 new prescription or over-the-counter drugs come into the U.S. market every year.
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The first oral chemotherapy drug for colon cancer was approved by FDA in 2001.
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The most common childhood diseases include croup, chickenpox, ear infections, flu, pneumonia, ringworm, respiratory syncytial virus, scabies, head lice, and asthma.
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When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.