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Resistance is NOT Futile!
Maybe if you are a Star Trek heroine up against the Borg, 'resistance is futile.' But if you are a germ that makes…
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…
What Is High Blood Pressure?
High blood pressure is a blood pressure reading of 140/90 mmHg or higher. Both numbers are important. About one in every…
When and Why is Blood Typing Done?
Fans of the popular television show ER know how important blood type is in an emergency. 'Start the O-neg,' shouts…
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