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In ancient Rome, many of the richer people in the population had lead-induced gout. The reason for this is unclear. Lead poisoning has also been linked to madness.
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The tallest man ever known was Robert Wadlow, an American, who reached the height of 8 feet 11 inches. He died at age 26 years from an infection caused by the immense weight of his body (491 pounds) and the stress on his leg bones and muscles.
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Aspirin is the most widely used drug in the world. It has even been recognized as such by the Guinness Book of World Records.
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Your heart beats over 36 million times a year.
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The heart is located in the center of the chest, with part of it tipped slightly so that it taps against the left side of the chest.