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There are 60,000 miles of blood vessels in every adult human.
Looking at the sun may not only cause headache and distort your vision temporarily, but it can also cause permanent eye damage. Any exposure to sunlight adds to the cumulative effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation on your eyes. UV exposure has been linked to eye disorders such as macular degeneration, solar retinitis, and corneal dystrophies.
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.
The heart is located in the center of the chest, with part of it tipped slightly so that it taps against the left side of the chest.
Women are 50% to 75% more likely than men to experience an adverse drug reaction.