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Comforts and syphilis are the greatest enemies of mankind
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"Comforts and syphilis are the greatest enemies of mankind"

- Alexis Carrel

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This quote by Alexis Carrel is a pointer of the significance of taking care of our health. It suggests that comforts and syphilis are 2 of the best risks to human life. Conveniences describe the physical and material comforts that we typically take for approved, such as a warm bed, a complete stomach, and a safe house. These comforts can cause an absence of inspiration and a lack of gratitude for the importance of taking care of our health. Syphilis, on the other hand, is a sexually transmitted infection that can trigger serious health issue if left unattended. It is a tip that we must take safety measures to secure ourselves from this and other illness. This quote is a pointer that we must take care of our health and be mindful of the threats of comforts and syphilis.

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Alexis Carrel This quote is written / told by Alexis Carrel between June 28, 1873 and November 5, 1944. He was a famous Scientist from France. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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