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Birth Control
While a variety of effective birth control methods
exist today, only abstinence can be guaranteed 100
percent effective
and reversible, with no side
effects.
Breast Health
According to the National Cancer Institute, breast
cancer is the most common type of cancer in women.
Between birth
and age
90, a woman has
about a one
in nine chance of developing the disease.
Childbirth
Expectant couples often attend childbirth education
classes as a means of preparing for labor
and delivery. The purpose of these classes is to give
accurate information about childbirth and
teach relaxation, muscular control, and breathing
techniques.
Neo-natal ICU
Having access to an intensive
care unit
for newborns is especially important for mothers
experiencing a high-risk pregnancy, or when problems
are
known to be present in the fetus.
Pregnancy
Before your baby is born, you
may want to take a class to learn how to feed and bathe
your baby, as well
as how to change diapers. After your baby is born, there
are things you can do to help your child develop
emotionally and to feel more comfortable.
Preventive Health Care
Not only is a healthy diet vital for proper growth
and function, but scientists now know that it can affect
your chance of developing many diseases.
Reproductive Health
Osteoporosis is the gradual loss of calcium stored
in the bone, resulting in bone and spine degeneration.
The condition affects about half of postmenopausal
women.
Routine Health Care
Because it's vital to correct any health problems in
their earliest stage, you should see your doctor for
routine checkups on a regular basis.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Get the facts about sexually transmitted diseases
and protect yourself.
Women's Cancer Concerns
Amenorrhea is the absence of menstrual periods.
There are two types of amenorrhea, primary and
secondary. In primary amenorrhea, menstruation has never
occurred at all. Learn about this and many other women's
health concerns in this section.
Women's Health Concerns
Many symptoms associated with menopause are due to
naturally declining levels of estrogen; therefore, the
most common treatment is hormone replacement therapy, or
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