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• Why Ovarian Cancer is Difficult to Detect Early

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• What Is Acne: Get the Facts

  Acne is a condition that affects the oil glands of the skin. The pores connect to oil glands underneath the skin. These glands form an oily substance referred to as sebum. The pores then link to the glands via a canal known as the follicle. Inside these follicles, oil transports dead skin cells...