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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.
Approximately 15–25% of recognized pregnancies end in miscarriage. However, many miscarriages often occur before a woman even knows she is pregnant.
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).
A seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to reduce the chances you will get seasonal influenza and spread it to others.
According to the FDA, adverse drug events harmed or killed approximately 1,200,000 people in the United States in the year 2015.