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What Is a Bruise?
A bruise is a deposit of blood under the skin. It flows from tiny capillaries that break when you bump your shin on the…
Your Friend, the Fat Cell
A healthy, adult human body contains about 35 billion fat cells. Each contains about 0.5 micrograms of fat. Stored fat…
Legionnaires' Disease
Legionnaires' disease, which is also known as Legionellosis, is a form of pneumonia. It is often called Legionnaires'…
Encephalitis and Meningitis
Encephalitis and meningitis are inflammatory diseases of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord and are…
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