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    Although African-Americans make up only 13% of the U.S. population, they accounted for one half of the estimated new HIV/AIDS diagnoses in 2004.
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    Women have about four times as many foot problems as men; lifelong patterns of wearing high heels often are the culprit.
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    Our eyes are always the same size from birth, but our nose and ears never stop growing.
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    Banging your head against a wall uses 150 calories an hour.
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    The human brain uses approximately as much energy as a 10 watt light bulb.
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    Vaccines contain formaldehyde, ethylene glycol (antifreeze), phenol (disinfectant / pesticide), and aluminum.
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    If you are cold you are more likely to be hungry because you use energy to keep warm.
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