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Did you know?
The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.
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Bacteria have flourished on the earth for over three billion years. They were the first life forms on the planet.
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Everyone has one nostril that is larger than the other.
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In 1844, Charles Goodyear obtained the first patent for a rubber condom.
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Acetaminophen (Tylenol) in overdose can seriously damage the liver. It should never be taken by people who use alcohol heavily; it can result in severe liver damage and even a condition requiring a liver transplant.