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Ulcerative colitis is a severe, chronic inflammatory bowel disease . It causes inflammation, ulcers, and bleeding in the lining of the colon and rectum.

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NextCare Flu Shot Clinic

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NextCare Urgent Care (www.nextcare.com) has announced that it will provide flu shots this fall at all its clinic locations including Arizona, Colorado, Texas, Georgia, Virginia and North Carolina for $25.

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December 8, 2009, 8:00am - 8:00pm
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6238 East Pima St.
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