To combat osteoporosis, changes in lifestyle and diet are recommended. At-risk patients should include 1,200 to 1,500 mg of calcium daily either via dietary means or with supplements.
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The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.
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The immune system needs 9.5 hours of sleep in total darkness to recharge completely.
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Illicit drug use costs the United States approximately $181 billion every year.
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There are 20 feet of blood vessels in each square inch of human skin.
Preparing a Karyotype
(a) A metaphase array of chromosomes as viewed in the microscope. (b) The computer-derived karyotype
A karyotype shows this child has three copies of chromosome 21.
The karyotype of an XYY male. Affected individuals are usually taller than normal, and some, but not