Barbara Ballard NCC,LPC

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• When Should I Get Checked for Prostate Cancer?

  When Should I Get Checked For Prostate Cancer?Prostate cancer is more likely to occur in men aged between forty and seventy years. It is therefore important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of prostate cancer. Symptoms warrant a visit to the doctor as soon as possible.Deciding on whether or not...

• The Importance of Mentorship in Breast Cancer

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• An Overview of Prescription Medications and Natural Remedies for Acne

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• Is Sepsis a Chronic Condition?

  Sepsis is a life-threatening condition, which is a result of the body’s reaction to an infection. Your body can respond to an infection by going into overdrive despite its immune system’s protection against diseases and infections.Sepsis is a dangerous condition where the body fights an...

• Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Helping Muscular Dystrophy Patients with Oedema-Fibrosis

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