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Bisphosphonates were first developed in the nineteenth century. They were first investigated for use in disorders of bone metabolism in the 1960s. They are now used clinically for the treatment of osteoporosis, Paget's disease, bone metastasis, multiple myeloma, and other conditions that feature bone fragility.
Cutaneous mucormycosis is a rare fungal infection that has been fatal in at least 29% of cases, and in as many as 83% of cases, depending on the patient's health prior to infection. It has occurred often after natural disasters such as tornados, and early treatment is essential.
Thyroid conditions cause a higher risk of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.
There are 60,000 miles of blood vessels in every adult human.
More than 30% of American adults, and about 12% of children utilize health care approaches that were developed outside of conventional medicine.