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• The Impact of Sleep Deprivation Has on the Brain

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• Shin Splints: What Is RICE?

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• What Is Pituitary Dwarfism?

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

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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...