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Over time, chronic hepatitis B virus and hepatitis C virus infections can progress to advanced liver disease, liver failure, and hepatocellular carcinoma. Unlike other forms, more than 80% of hepatitis C infections become chronic and lead to liver disease. When combined with hepatitis B, hepatitis C now accounts for 75% percent of all cases of liver disease around the world. Liver failure caused by hepatitis C is now leading cause of liver transplants in the United States.

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The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.

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The oldest recorded age was 122. Madame Jeanne Calment was born in France in 1875 and died in 1997. She was a vegetarian and loved olive oil, port wine, and chocolate.

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Essential fatty acids have been shown to be effective against ulcers, asthma, dental cavities, and skin disorders such as acne.

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Asthma cases in Americans are about 75% higher today than they were in 1980.

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