Dr. Farheen Yousuf MD

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• Singapore Battles Diabetes

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• Increased Risk of Breast Cancer with African American Diabetic Patients

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• What are the Causes and Symptoms of Diabetic Ketoacidosis?

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• What to Expect from Your Endocrinologist if You Have Hypothyroidism

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• Do Almonds Have Benefits for Diabetic Patients?

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