The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.
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The people with the highest levels of LDL are Mexican American males and non-Hispanic black females.
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Approximately 70% of expectant mothers report experiencing some symptoms of morning sickness during the first trimester of pregnancy.
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Cytomegalovirus affects nearly the same amount of newborns every year as Down syndrome.
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Blood is approximately twice as thick as water because of the cells and other components found in it.