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The term bacteria was devised in the 19th century by German biologist Ferdinand Cohn. He based it on the Greek word "bakterion" meaning a small rod or staff. Cohn is considered to be the father of modern bacteriology.
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Blastomycosis is often misdiagnosed, resulting in tragic outcomes. It is caused by a fungus living in moist soil, in wooded areas of the United States and Canada. If inhaled, the fungus can cause mild breathing problems that may worsen and cause serious illness and even death.
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In 1864, the first barbiturate (barbituric acid) was synthesized.
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Vaccines prevent between 2.5 and 4 million deaths every year.
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The first oral chemotherapy drug for colon cancer was approved by FDA in 2001.