Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness. As of yet, there is no cure. Everyone is at risk, and there may be no warning signs. It is six to eight times more common in African Americans than in whites. The best and most effective way to detect glaucoma is to receive a dilated eye examination.
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The human body produces and destroys 15 million blood cells every second.
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A seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to reduce the chances you will get seasonal influenza and spread it to others.
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There are more bacteria in your mouth than there are people in the world.
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Fewer than 10% of babies are born on their exact due dates, 50% are born within 1 week of the due date, and 90% are born within 2 weeks of the date.