Natural Family Planning: an Overview
Natural family planning (NFP) is a method of contraception which depends upon increasing a couple’s awareness of a woman’s fertile
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History of Nursing
Nursing as a profession has existed throughout history, although it has evolved considerably over time. In the current healthcare system,
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IBS and SIBO
Small intestinal bowel overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition in which there is upward proliferation of the colonic bacteria, so that
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Signs Labor Has Begun
The baby’s due date gives an idea as to when the labor could begin. The standard term labor begins anytime
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Dermatologic Therapy
There are various types of therapies that may be used in the management of dermatologic conditions. These can be broadly
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Psoriatic Arthritis Signs and Symptoms
Psoriasis is a relapsing chronic inflammatory condition of the skin, which manifests itself in other areas such as the synovial
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Meningitis in Adults
Meningitis is an inflammatory condition affecting spinal cord and brain membranes. Despite advances in technology and treatments, mortality rates for
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Adipose Expandability Hypothesis
Adipose tissue is connective tissue primarily comprised of white and brown adipocytes (fat cells). Though previously thought of as an
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CTLA-4 and Cancer
Cytotoxic T-lymphocyte-associated protein 4 (CTLA-4) is an immunogenic protein receptor that is expressed almost exclusively on CD4+ and CD8+ T
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ADHD and Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) include autistic disorder, Asperger’s syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS). The chief characteristic
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