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For high blood pressure (hypertension), a new class of drug, called a vasopeptidase blocker (inhibitor), has been developed. It decreases blood pressure by simultaneously dilating the peripheral arteries and increasing the body's loss of salt.
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According to the FDA, adverse drug events harmed or killed approximately 1,200,000 people in the United States in the year 2015.
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Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
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The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.
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Most childhood vaccines are 90–99% effective in preventing disease. Side effects are rarely serious.