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For about 100 years, scientists thought that peptic ulcers were caused by stress, spicy food, and alcohol. Later, researchers added stomach acid to the list of causes and began treating ulcers with antacids. Now it is known that peptic ulcers are predominantly caused by Helicobacter pylori, a spiral-shaped bacterium that normally exist in the stomach.
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There are approximately 3 million unintended pregnancies in the United States each year.
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Cytomegalovirus affects nearly the same amount of newborns every year as Down syndrome.
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The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.
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The human body produces and destroys 15 million blood cells every second.