Hemolytic-uremic syndrome. Hemolytic-uremic syndrome (or haemolytic-uraemic syndrome), abbreviated HUS, is a disease characterized by a triad of hemolytic anemia (anemia caused by destruction of red blood cells), acute kidney failure (uremia), and a low platelet count (thrombocytopenia). It predominantly, but not exclusively, affects children.
Marco Polo (1254-1324) was a Venetian merchant believed to have journeyed across Asia at the height of the Mongol Empire. He first set out at age 17 with his father and uncle, traveling overland along what later became known as the Silk Road.
Marco Polo was an Italian adventurer who spent 17 years in China in the 13th century. Marco Polo was born on September 15, 1254 in Venice, Italy. Marco Polo wrote extensively about his adventures in Asia. Kublai Khan brought Marco Polo with him on official business.