Which state became the first to pass a bill that called for the sterilization of people with mental disorders?

Health Trivia / November 06, 2024

Indiana. The bill passed in 1907 called for criminals and other "defectives" to undergo sterilization as well.

Which nation had the highest rate of skin cancer globally in 2016?

Health Trivia / November 05, 2024

New Zealand. New Zealand surpassed Australia as the nation with the highest rate of melanoma in 2016, with 50 cases per 100,000 people.

If a person is "cyanotic", what color is he?

Health Trivia / November 05, 2024

Blue. A cyanotic person's skin takes on a blue tint due to oxygen deprivation.

Which of these plants was used in traditional Native American medicine?

Health Trivia / November 04, 2024

Dandelion. Dandelion is also known as "Lion's Tooth".

In medical terms, what does the suffix "-sthen" mean?

Health Trivia / November 04, 2024

Pertaining To Strength. A sthenometer is an instrument used to measure muscle strength.

Which respiratory disease claimed 3.2 million lives worldwide in 2015?

Health Trivia / November 03, 2024

COPD. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease was the 4th largest cause of death globally in 2015.