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  Nursing has certainly gained popularity within the recent years, as the number of those enrolled in the programs has gone up! This is not only excellent for those looking to fill in the retirement gap, but is also great for those who are able to look for better ways to add diversity within the...

• Why "I'll Push You" Is an Inspiring Film for Muscular Dystrophy Patients

  "I'll Push You" is a film that follows two friends who make the decision to take a journey lasting 500 miles.  For any set of friends, this would be intimidate, but these two friends aren't a normal pair.  Justin, one of the friends in the film, was diagnosed with a neuromuscular illness. The...

• Actress Mindy Cohn Reveals 5-Year Fight Against Breast Cancer

  Many may remember her as the dark-haired girl in the popular 80s sitcom, The Facts of Life. On screen, she can be seen portraying the woe and trials of being a teenager.More than 30 years later, she shares with the public that she's been enduring a much harder battle in her life. In 2012, Mindy was...

• 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?

  IntroductionPituitary dwarfism, also called growth hormone deficiency, is a medical condition wherein the pituitary gland does not produce sufficient amounts of growth hormone. This deficiency often results in children’s slow growth or short stature.An adult with pituitary dwarfism has an average...

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

  An ovarian cancer diagnosis is devastating. But if the diagnosis comes during family planning or even while thinking about having kids, it can bring up concerns about future fertility. Although being diagnosed with ovarian cancer and receiving treatment can affect the ability to become pregnant,...