The effects of organophosphate poisoning are referred to by using the abbreviations “SLUD” or “SLUDGE,” It stands for: salivation, lacrimation, urination, defecation, GI upset, and emesis.
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Certain rare plants containing cyanide include apricot pits and a type of potato called cassava. Fortunately, only chronic or massive ingestion of any of these plants can lead to serious poisoning.
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Nearly 31 million adults in America have a total cholesterol level that is more than 240 mg per dL.
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Between 1999 and 2012, American adults with high total cholesterol decreased from 18.3% to 12.9%
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On average, the stomach produces 2 L of hydrochloric acid per day.
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