The debate about abortion being linked to breast cancer has been around for quite some time. There are studies that show there is not a link, but there are also studies that show there is. Here’s a link to an interesting blog post that helps us understand why there may be a correlation, at least for some
Medical news of recent weeks has focused on the Zika virus, a disease spread by mosquitoes. The disease started in Africa and has since spread to South America where scientists and medical professionals believe there may be a strong link between the virus and a significant rise in birth defects. Although little concern had been given
Ahhh….Februay, the month of love. Because of Valentine’s Day, this month has become a time to think about and ponder many topics relating to love and hearts. Chocolates, pink and red hearts, sweet greeting cards for your special someone, and condoms? According to Brownielocks.com, February is National Condom Month. Yes we are going to talk about condoms.
This week’s weather forecast for Casper calls for mainly sunny skies. It’s nearly mid-February and winter still has a few months’ grip on our state and community. With several inches of snow still on the ground and many feet of snow on Casper Mountain, it can seem like winter will never end. Therefore, we’d be wise to
If you are pregnant or suspect you may be pregnant and are taking pain killers, talk with your doctor. A recent report issued by the Center for Disease Control states that use of opioid medications such as such as codeine, oxycodone, hydrocodone, or morphine may increase the risk of birth defects. Experts estimate about half
An unplanned pregnancy can feel overwhelming. The timing is usually terrible. The situation is wrong. Perhaps a young lady just started a new job or is still in school. Maybe she isn’t married and her parents will be disappointed. Sometimes infidelity or medical problems factor in. There are so many variables, stresses and pressures created by
There are many phrases and words used to describe that “time of month” that we women have to deal with during our reproductive years: Are you on your period or on the rag? Did your monthly friend arrive? When was your last menstrual period or LMP? Or Maybe Aunt Flow came to visit. What a Pain! The
Medical Abortion Reversal. Did you know that medical abortion can now be reversed within a few days after beginning the process? The sooner the reversal procedure is begun after taking the “abortion pill” the better the results. Kind of shocking isn’t it? The whole idea of abortion reversal seems foreign. A woman who chooses abortion
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) affect nearly 40,000 babies every year, according to experts. Today (Sept. 9) is FASD Awareness Day, and September is FASD Awareness Month, a time to educate and encourage pregnant women to not drink alcohol during pregnancy. What is FASD? This term refers to the range of effects that can occur in a
Ovarian Cancer Awareness September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Ovarian cancer is difficult to detect because the early symptoms are often mild and are not recognized as ovarian cancer. Symptoms include bloating, indigestion, frequent urination, and abdominal or pelvic pain. Only 19% of ovarian cancers are found in the early stages when the survival rate is up
