Earwax has antimicrobial properties that reduce the viability of bacteria and fungus in the human ear.
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In inpatient settings, adverse drug events account for an estimated one in three of all hospital adverse events. They affect approximately 2 million hospital stays every year, and prolong hospital stays by between one and five days.
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There are 20 feet of blood vessels in each square inch of human skin.
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The first oncogene was discovered in 1970 and was termed SRC (pronounced "SARK").
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Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).
Cross-section view of the human eye.
Major cell types in the human body.
The Human Genetic Code
A section through the human brain
The Gender Pay Gap Over Time: What Percentage of Men's Income Do Women Earn?