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The average older adult in the United States takes five prescription drugs per day. Half of these drugs contain a sedative. Alcohol should therefore be avoided by most senior citizens because of the dangerous interactions between alcohol and sedatives.
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The highest suicide rate in the United States is among people ages 65 years and older. Almost 15% of people in this age group commit suicide every year.
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Normal urine is sterile. It contains fluids, salts, and waste products. It is free of bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
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Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
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After a vasectomy, it takes about 12 ejaculations to clear out sperm that were already beyond the blocked area.