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_ Medical Research Phase 1 Drug Trials Are Safe for Most Subjects By article Phase 1 trials with healthy volunteers are often perceived as risky and even unethical. But according to new research, less … Read More→
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More Purpose By blog Recently I wrote about purpose. (Click here to see the post.) This week on Facebook I posted a quote from […]
Alternative Health Medical Care Peppermint Oil and Cinnamon to Treat Chronic Wounds By article Infectious colonies of bacteria called biofilms that develop on chronic wounds and medical devices can cause serious health problems and … Read More→
Money Matters Retirement The Top 3 Financial Concerns of Boomers Approaching Retirement By article The number one financial concern of baby boomers nearing retirement is not being able to maintain their current lifestyle throughout … Read More→