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Hyperthyroidism leads to an increased rate of metabolism and affects about 1% of women but only 0.1% of men. For most people, this increased metabolic rate causes the thyroid gland to become enlarged (known as a goiter).
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On average, someone in the United States has a stroke about every 40 seconds. This is about 795,000 people per year.
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Vaccines prevent between 2.5 and 4 million deaths every year.
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People with high total cholesterol have about two times the risk for heart disease as people with ideal levels.
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Carbamazepine can interfere with the results of home pregnancy tests. If you are taking carbamazepine, do not try to test for pregnancy at home.