Things that may Exit your Bodily Orifices I tend to shy away from listicles, however I thought this may be helpful for those of you who...

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Illustration 132818803 © Andrey Apoev | Dreamstime.com The Institute of Medicine defines patient-centered care as providing care that is...

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Bringing a new life into this world is a complicated and messy process. It re-shapes us physically, mentally, and spiritually, shattering...

I don’t have good news. I have uttered this phrase more times than I care to count over my career. Many people would be surprised by this...

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Whether a loved one, friend, or colleague, whether single, in a relationship, or married, in their 20s or approaching menopause, there is...

Illustration 178933683 © Iuliia Istomina | Dreamstime.com Thank you to my beautiful friend who shared these words with me. This simple...