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Why It’s So Difficult to Buy Contact Lenses Without a Prescription in the U.S.

In recent years, the trend of wearing contact lenses has increased tremendously in the US. Generally, people purchase lenses to use them as a costume accessory that can help them achieve their desired look without much effort. However, the FDA categorizes lenses as a medical device that cannot be sold over the counter without a …

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What To Expect From Radiation Therapy

More than 50% of cancer patients receive some form of radiation therapy as one of the most important treatments for it. This therapy can be effective either alone or combined with other forms of cancer treatments, such as immunotherapy, chemotherapy and surgery. But before starting any treatment, a patient should pass ultrasound procedure that requires …

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