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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.
The first oral chemotherapy drug for colon cancer was approved by FDA in 2001.
If you use artificial sweeteners, such as cyclamates, your eyes may be more sensitive to light. Other factors that will make your eyes more sensitive to light include use of antibiotics, oral contraceptives, hypertension medications, diuretics, and antidiabetic medications.
In the United States, an estimated 50 million unnecessary antibiotics are prescribed for viral respiratory infections.
Pubic lice (crabs) are usually spread through sexual contact. You cannot catch them by using a public toilet.