Sep

29

Women’s Health in the News V

Posted by Sarah R

September 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment

African American women’s health as new focus - “The Suffolk University Sociology Department announced Nyjah Wyche to be the first recipient of its annual full-tuition scholarship for Graduate Studies in Women’s Health.” Read about the very first winner of this scholarship!
Migraines effect women more often then men, but unfortunately aren’t treated as often as they [...]

Sep

22

Best & Worst in Women’s Health

Posted by Sarah R

September 22, 2008 | Leave a Comment

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On a Manic Monday, I really only have one news article that I wanted to share with my readers. It would be Health magazine’s list of the best & worst moments in women’s health. I was surprised to see that the “modern” tampon was listed as the number 1 “best” [...]

Sep

15

Women’s Health in the News IV

Posted by Sarah R

September 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment

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I feel like it’s been a slow news week for me, but here is what I feel compelled to share!

PMS Muffins  have “cramp busting” potassium, these sound tasty and helpful!
Finally get your husband or boyfriend to go to the doctor? Don’t be surprised if he’s not opening up to them.
The footprint of abuse is [...]

Sep

8

Women’s Health in the News III

Posted by Sarah R

September 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment

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Vitamin D has potential to ward off disease, reports Harvard Women’s Health Watch - Fall is around the corner, and for many of us, that means less sunshine. For those of us living in the Northern Hemisphere, this article about vitamin D activity is an educational read. Do you [...]

Sep

1

Women’s Health in the News II

Posted by Sarah R

September 1, 2008 | Leave a Comment

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Birth rates under control - Artificial birth control is taboo in the Philippines, a staunchly Roman Catholic country, however, it seems that birth rates are under control. Learn how they’re doing it.
Energy drinks only useful for prolonged workouts - “The idea that you can drink an energy drink or eat [...]

Aug

18

Abortion, partner violence and overspending

Posted by Sarah R

August 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment

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No evidence that single abortion causes significant mental conditions, APA task force report says - “An American Psychological Association task force review of more than 150 studies has found that although women who choose to terminate unplanned pregnancies might have feelings of grief and loss, the relative risk [...]

Aug

11

Your Eggs & Your Heart

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August 11, 2008 | Leave a Comment

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The first edition of Manic Monday shares just a few articles with you! Check ‘em out and let me know what you think!
Egg Shortages Stalling Stem Cell Research - Ever thought about giving your eggs to a couple to make a few extra bucks? Did you know that you currently can’t make any [...]

Aug

11

Ideas to Share

Posted by Sarah R

August 11, 2008 | 1 Comment

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I am a fan of lists, themes, organization and routine. This makes blogging interesting for me, as I try to keep a “proper” routine, keep my lists put together, theme certain weeks, and keep it all organized while doing so. I sometimes have trouble with the follow-through, but put a valiant effort towards [...]