Deborah Day O'connor OTR/L

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• Hot Flashes and Women's Health

  Hot flashes are one of the most common symptoms of menopause and perimenopause. It is also commonly seen in women with premature menopause and induced menopause.Hot flashes cause women who experience them to suddenly feel overheated, it is usually accompanied by sweating and a red, flushed face. The...

• Why do Migraines Make My Eyes Sensitive to Light?

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• Is Physical Therapy Meant for Long-term Use?

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• Fitness Buff with Multiple Sclerosis Creates Suspension Class at YMCA

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• How Dogs Are Helping with Lymphoma Research

  According to the Cornell Chronicle (CC), Cornell and Tufts University have received a huge grant for the study of human lymphoma, using a humane approach to test on dogs.The dogs in the study will already have lymphoma and it’s hoped they’ll be cured in the process of this research study.There...