Daphnée Duplaix Talks Nicole Dupree, Family Health and Self-Advocacy

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Daphnée Duplaix sits down with Shameika Rhymes to discuss playing Nicole Dupree on CBS’ Beyond the Gates and how Anita Dupree’s breast cancer storyline affects the entire family. Duplaix talks about Nicole processing the diagnosis as both a daughter and a mother, the importance of families having difficult health conversations, and why women must ask questions, advocate for themselves and find support when something feels wrong.

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Dr. Kyra Barnes explains how the health of your teeth and gums can affect your overall well-being.

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Dentist Explains Ep 3

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Dentist Explains Ep 2

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