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The most dangerous mercury compound, dimethyl mercury, is so toxic that even a few microliters spilled on the skin can cause death. Mercury has been shown to accumulate in higher amounts in the following types of fish than other types: swordfish, shark, mackerel, tilefish, crab, and tuna.
As many as 20% of Americans have been infected by the fungus known as Histoplasmosis. While most people are asymptomatic or only have slight symptoms, infection can progress to a rapid and potentially fatal superinfection.
Bacteria have been found alive in a lake buried one half mile under ice in Antarctica.
More than 30% of American adults, and about 12% of children utilize health care approaches that were developed outside of conventional medicine.
Cucumber slices relieve headaches by tightening blood vessels, reducing blood flow to the area, and relieving pressure.


