Jessica Maxwell

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• Nursing Pioneers Who Changed the Profession Forever

  Nurses are amazing people who put their hearts into their work. Nurses often go without recognition, praise, and advocates. Looking back into the history of nursing, there are many remarkable nurses who modeled nursing and healthcare into the highly important industry that it is today. Without these...

• Should You Be Juicing?

  According to Jennifer Barr, a dietician from Wilmington, an occasional glass of fresh juice can be a healthy option for snacking. The favorites in her list contain carrots, ginger, parsley, kale, and apples. She remembers to add the left over pulp in the muffins. She feels that it is a very good...

• How Mismatched Sex Drives Can Impact Your Relationship

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• Is Eczema Contagious?

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