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In the United States, an estimated 50 million unnecessary antibiotics are prescribed for viral respiratory infections.
An identified risk factor for osteoporosis is the intake of excessive amounts of vitamin A. Dietary intake of approximately double the recommended daily amount of vitamin A, by women, has been shown to reduce bone mineral density and increase the chances for hip fractures compared with women who consumed the recommended daily amount (or less) of vitamin A.
The FDA recognizes 118 routes of administration.
Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
Approximately 15–25% of recognized pregnancies end in miscarriage. However, many miscarriages often occur before a woman even knows she is pregnant.