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It is believed that the Incas used anesthesia. Evidence supports the theory that shamans chewed cocoa leaves and drilled holes into the heads of patients (letting evil spirits escape), spitting into the wounds they made. The mixture of cocaine, saliva, and resin numbed the site enough to allow hours of drilling.
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The first-known contraceptive was crocodile dung, used in Egypt in 2000 BC. Condoms were also reportedly used, made of animal bladders or intestines.
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Cytomegalovirus affects nearly the same amount of newborns every year as Down syndrome.
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Green tea is able to stop the scent of garlic or onion from causing bad breath.
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People about to have surgery must tell their health care providers about all supplements they take.