The uterus is a hollow muscular organ that is situated within the pelvis. When the ovaries produce eggs, it travels through the fallopian tube. Once the egg is fertilized, it implants on the uterus lining. While we may know a lot about this organ today, back in ancient Greece, the uterus was assumed to be […]
During medieval times, surgery was seldomly performed or conducted by actual physicians. The task was given to experts who possessed razors and were quite precise in their craft. But who was assigned to perform surgeries during this era? Surgery was entrusted to barbers in medieval times because it was deemed too menial a task for
To safeguard their children, parents will go to any lengths, especially when they are sick. Did you know that although his children were diagnosed with an incurable illness, John Crowley never gave up and found a means to save them? John Crowley’s two young children were diagnosed with an incurable genetic condition that would kill
The series’ phenomenal success in the 1990s had some surprising consequences for its casting. The show was so popular that all of the main characters became great stars almost immediately. But did you know that the production of ER had to fix Dr. Kerry Weaver’s limp for a real-life issue she was having? After ten
Every person’s tinnitus is different. Even if two people describe their tinnitus in the same way, such as a high-pitched ringing, they may hear it differently. But do you know what objective tinnitus is? Others can hear a specific type of tinnitus. Objective tinnitus is distinguished from subjective tinnitus by the presence of an accurate
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The words vulnerable and narcissism are not typically used together in the same context. When you think of a narcissist, you probably picture someone who struts like a peacock, demands complete attention, lacks empathy for others, and expects people to worship the ground they walk on. But interestingly enough, vulnerable narcissism exists. But what is
You may inadvertently damage the property of others if you urinate in public. This can lead to criminal charges or a civil case being filed against you. Property damage is considered an automatic consequence of urinating in public in some cities, according to city ordinance laws. But do you know what a paruresis is? Paruresis,
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While smoking is a dangerous habit, there is something about it that instantly makes a person feel cool. This is especially true when the character is supposed to be rebellious, famous, or just super cool. That’s why it’s common in movies to see someone playing a character with that description smoking a cigarette. The question
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For the longest time, we have associated the color pink with femininity. The color itself is said to represent tenderness and kindness but did you know that it was not always a girly color? When did the color pink become a girly color? Baby boomers of the 1940s were the first generation to be dressed
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HIV is a type of virus. It may cause AIDS after you’ve been infected for several years and a weakened immune system. Not everyone infected with HIV develops AIDS. However, if you do not receive antiretroviral therapy, the infection will progress to AIDS in 10 to 15 years. Do you know what Continuum Magazine is
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