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12/21/00-
New Federal Regulation Protects Patient Privacy
Learn about a new law that protects the privacy of your personal
health information.
12/19/00-
Women Talk About The Pill
Real women discuss the pros and cons of oral
contraceptives.
12/12/00-
Natural Menopause
Discover 7 natural alternative menopause treatments.
12/07/00-
FDA Approves Mirena IUD
Available for 10 years in Europe, U.S women will soon have a new,
more effective IUD choice.
12/05/00-
The Clitoral Truth
An interview with author Rebecca Chalker about one of our
most misunderstood parts.
11/28/00-
Women Talk About Hysterectomy
Discover the facts about hysterectomy in the US, with discussions
from real women.
11/24/00-
Ending Premenstrual Syndrome
Ten ways to reduce or eliminate PMS.
11/20/00-
When Does Pregnancy Occur?
A new study suggests there are few "safe" days during your
menstrual cycle.
11/07/00-
Female Sexual Dysfunction
Experts Drs. Robert and Kathleen Segraves answer questions about
sexual problems.
10/30/00-
Women Talk About Fibroid Tumors
Information about symptoms and treatments, with discussion from
real women.
10/24/00-
Endometriosis Symptoms and Treatments
Discover the facts about this condition that affects over 5.5
million US and Canadian women.
10/20/00-
Vulvodynia Q & A
An expert discusses symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this
cause of vulvar and/or vaginal pain.
10/17/00-
Novantrone Receives FDA Approval for MS
A look at a new drug treatment for worsening forms of multiple
sclerosis.
10/09/00-
FDA Approves Monthtly Contraceptive Injection
Learn about the once a month birth control shot! Is it right for
you?
10/06/00-
Women Talk About The Abortion Pill
Discover what real women think about the approval of RU
486.
10/01/00-
Understanding Your True Breast Cancer Risk
Medical geneticist Patricia T. Kelly, Ph.D., clears up the
confusion about breast cancer risk.
09/28/00-
RU 486 The Abortion Pill Approved
Learn about the FDA's approval of the controversial abortion pill
and find out how it's used.
09/25/00-
Study Examines Body Weight and Health
Learn how to participate in the largest-ever study about how
weight affects health.
09/18/00-
Zapping Away Eye Wrinkles
Learn about a pain-free, side-effect free laser treatment for
removing wrinkles.
09/04/00-
Laparoscopy
Answers to your questions about this minimally-invasive surgical
procedure.
08/28/00-
Lung Cancer-A Woman's Greatest Cancer Risk
Do you think it won't happen to you? That's what my mother
thought, too...
08/21/00-
Eating for A Healthy Heart
Learn to cook quick and easy delicious heart-healthy meals for
your family.
08/14/00-
Q & A About Periods For Teens
Find out what teens and moms want to know about menstruation and
teenagers.
08/08/00-
Teenage Birth Rates Continue to Decline
The birth rate among teens has reached its lowest level in sixty
years.
08/07/00-
Uterine Fibroid Embolization
Learn about this non-surgical technique for treatment of fibroid
tumors.
08/02/00-
FDA Approves Facial Hair Treatment
Learn about a new treatment option for the over 40 million women
with unwanted facial hair.
07/31/00-
Breastfeeding is Good for Mom, Too!
Lactation Consultant Patricia Ellis, RN, MA, IBCLC, tells you
why...
07/26/00-
Mammography On The Rise
Results of a CDC health survey finds more women having
mammograms.
07/20/00-
Estrogen Crash: Treating Early Menopause
A look at early menopause in younger women and a possible
estrogen treatment.
07/17/00-
Urinary Incontinence in Women
Millions suffer! Learn about causes, diagnosis, and
treatments.
07/11/00-
Bleeding Between Periods
Are you frustrated by irregular bleeding or spotting? Learn about
the causes.
07/06/00-
Hysteroscopy FAQs
A look at the reasons for this procedure, and what to expect
before, during, and after.
06/29/00-
Folic Acid Before Pregnancy
Find out what every woman should know about this
nutrient.
06/21/00-
LEEP Procedure
Find out what to expect before, during, and after this
procedure.
06/14/00-
Understanding Your Pap Smear Results
A basic understanding of the terms used on Pap smear
results.
06/06/00-
What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome?
Facts about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
05/29/00-
Am I Pregnant?
A look at the basic signs and symptoms of pregnancy.
05/22/00-
Depression Drug Helps Low Sex Drive
Learn about a possible new treatment for women with low sex
drive.
05/16/00-
Ovarian Cancer Patients Needed
Details about how recently diagnosed patients can participate in
a new treatment study.
05/09/00-
Mammograms for Mothers
Find out why your mother needs a mammogram.
05/02/00-
Depo-Provera
Weigh the pros and cons and decide if it's the right
contraceptive choice for you!
04/24/00-
Pelvic Pain
Details about causes, diagnosis, and treatment of chronic or
acute pelvic pain.
04/11/00-
Ending Violence Against Women
Discover what the community can do, and learn where to find
help.
04/05/00-
Estrogen Increases Heart Risk
Learn about preliminary results from the Women's Health
Initiative HRT study.
04/03/00-
NIH Addresses Osteoporosis
Find out what a non-governmental panel concluded about
prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
03/31/00-
Why Didn't I Get My Period?
Discover the most common reasons for missing
menstruation.
03/20/00-
Colorectal Cancer: What You Must Know!
More than 50,000 will die this year! Learn how to prevent this
devastating disease.
03/16/00-
Facts and Fallacies About Digestive Diseases
Discover the truth about ulcers, heartburn, diverticulitis, IBS,
and more.
03/09/00-
Colonoscopy
Learn why this test may be ordered, what to expect, and how to
prepare.
03/04/00-
Migraines, Women, and Hormones
Find out why more women suffer. Discover prevention, self-help
techniques, and treatments.
02/24/00-
Migraine Headaches
Learn about the results of the American Migraine Study
II.
02/15/00-
Gonorrhea
Another often silent (in women) STD. Learn what to look
for...
02/10/00-
FDA Approve Lotronex for IBS in Women
Find out what you can do to relieve the symptoms of irritable
bowel syndrome.
01/31/00-
The "Other" Benefits of Oral Contraceptives
Discover the non-contraceptive benefits of birth control
pills.
01/26/00-
Combined HRT and Increased Breast Cancer Risk
Recent news indicates that estrogen/progestin therapy can
significantly increase your risk.
01/17/00-
Women's Health Over 60
Dr. Judith Reichman answers questions about HRT, osteoporosis,
and more.
01/04/00-
Health in the New Millennium
Discover how living to 150 may become ordinary...
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