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Famous people who died from poisoning or drug overdose include, Adolf Hitler, Socrates, Juan Ponce de Leon, Marilyn Monroe, Judy Garland, and John Belushi.
Before a vaccine is licensed in the USA, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reviews it for safety and effectiveness. The CDC then reviews all studies again, as well as the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians. Every lot of vaccine is tested before administration to the public, and the FDA regularly inspects vaccine manufacturers' facilities.
There are 20 feet of blood vessels in each square inch of human skin.
This year, an estimated 1.4 million Americans will have a new or recurrent heart attack.
Most childhood vaccines are 90–99% effective in preventing disease. Side effects are rarely serious.