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Inside the minds of healthcare providers

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Voices

My Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Workout Diary

A physician assistant with a genetic heart condition hits the gym before sunrise.

By Joe Ciavarro

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My Multiple Sclerosis Workout Diary

One woman bounces through the nerve pain and fatigue caused by her chronic illness.

By Amy Mackelden

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