Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Pioneering Sex Therapist, Dies at 96
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Ruth Westheimer, a pioneering American psychosexual therapist known for her candid discussions on sex, has died at 96. Starting with a small radio show in 1980, she became a media sensation, authoring over 35 books and appearing on various TV shows. A Holocaust survivor and former Israeli sniper, she transformed public attitudes towards sex education and remained active in her field until her passing. She is survived by her two children and four grandchildren.
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