Dr. Steven Lee Kirkegaard PHARMD

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• Shortness of Breath from COPD

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• 10 Tips for New Autism Parents

  When you are raising children, an autism diagnosis can knock you off your feet. It means lifestyle change, not only for you and your child but for your whole family.If your child has just been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), you understand exactly what we are talking about.At this...

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• Creating a Better Body Image

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• Alternative Treatments for Jock Itch

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