Though the United States has largely rejected the metric system, it is used for currency, as in 100 pennies = 1 dollar. Previously, the British currency system was used, with measurements such as 12 pence to the shilling, and 20 shillings to the pound.
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Drugs are in development that may cure asthma and hay fever once and for all. They target leukotrienes, which are known to cause tightening of the air passages in the lungs and increase mucus productions in nasal passages.
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Medications that are definitely not safe to take when breastfeeding include radioactive drugs, antimetabolites, some cancer (chemotherapy) agents, bromocriptine, ergotamine, methotrexate, and cyclosporine.
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Approximately 15–25% of recognized pregnancies end in miscarriage. However, many miscarriages often occur before a woman even knows she is pregnant.
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Aspirin may benefit 11 different cancers, including those of the colon, pancreas, lungs, prostate, breasts, and leukemia.
Posterior view of the Heart, outlining the major arteries
The Coronary Arteries and Major Veins of the Heart (Anterior and Inferior Views)
The thymus gland. This gland lies in the mediastinum of the thoracic cavity, just above the heart. I
Neurohumoral effects of heart failure
Toxoplasma gondii in the heart of an HIV patient.
Pacific Decadal Oscillation: Temperature in degree Celsius