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Last spring, I noticed an unusual mark on my torso that hadn’t been there before. It had a circular shape to it and was a bit darker than the rest of my skin. I showed it to my primary care physician ...

Regular gynecological exams are essential for women’s health—but there can be confusion about when a woman should schedule her first appointment. Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones explains some of the important ...

Hi. My name is Noelle, I'm 24, and I just went to my first gynecologist appointment. I realize that you might be a little shocked it took me so long to go, but here's the thing: I've never had any ...

You might not believe this, but some accountants and attorneys compete for who had the tougher journey to pass their credentialing exam. I sat for the Bar Exam a few years ago and passed on my first ...

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In 2012, at the age of 51, I finished my Master of Accounting degree. I was excited and proud I had accomplished this goal so late in life. I applied to sit for the CPA Exam, bought the study ...