Catherine Wynia M.A.

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• The Value of Clinical Intuition: Kids also Experience Drug Side Effects

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• Top 10 Common Acne Myths Debunked

  Junk Food Causes Acne: Eating junk food like pizza, french fries, burgers, and chocolate doesn’t cause acne to develop. However, studies have shown that the sugary foods can aggravate the existing acne. This means if you want to have your favorite chocolate ice cream, don’t hold back. But if...

• The Diagnosis and Treatment of Strep Throat

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• What Causes Hair Loss?

  Normally one loses up to 100 strands of hair per day, which is completely normal. Many people lose their hair as they grow older, which is not meant to be alarming. In most cases, losing a few strands here and there may not make a noticeable difference in the scalp.There are different types of hair...

• What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Hepatitis B?

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