Rissa Ann Harper SSW

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  What is trichomoniasis?Trichomoniasis or "trich" is a common infection of the reproductive organs. It spreads by sexual contact with the infected person. For this reason, it is a type of sexually transmitted infection (STI). Women are invariably at greater risk. However, the infection is not...

• Digestive Health of Children

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• How Do You Treat Gout?

  Patients will often ask their doctor to prescribe medications whenever they are diagnosed with a certain condition. However, those diagnosed with gout may be very disappointed to learn that there is no cure that will completely get rid of the problem. Instead, you may receive medications that will...

• Can High Blood Pressure Benefit Those with Ovarian Cancer?

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• Cryotherapy and Weight Loss

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