Dr. Karin Joann Opacich PHD, MHPE, OTR-L

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• The Difference Between Arteries and Veins

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• How Astrophysics Could Transform the Treatment of Cystic Fibrosis and Other Rare Diseases

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• What Is Lou Gehrig's Disease?

  IntroductionLou Gehrig's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects the brain and spinal cord. It is also called as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS. It is a progressive disorder that leads to the loss of voluntary muscle control in the body. This disorder often affects the...

• What Is Pituitary Dwarfism?

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• What Are the Options for Preserving Fertility After Ovarian Cancer?

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