This week, The FTC (Federal Trade Commission) announced that it had charged five companies with making false and misleading claims for indicating their product could cure cancer. In addition, the FTC had reached settlements wit six other companies. According to Lydia Parnes, director of the FTC, "As long as products have been sold, there has been... Read more
Health care reform is shaping up to be one of the most important issues of this year's election. Health care impacts every American and right now the cost of health care has skyrocketed, insurance premiums are rising and the benefits of health policies are decreasing.
Both John McCain and Barack Obama have put forth health... Read more
Sex is a private and intimate act between two people and it is often hard to discuss your needs with your partner. So when you need to discuss sexual problems with your doctor, it can be even more difficult. But sometimes it is necessary. Below are five tips to help you feel more comfortable in an uncomfortable situation.
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Some women feel a decreased sexual desire during perimenopause and menopause. This lack of desire can be caused by several different things, but does not need to be considered and "inevitable" part of aging.
Hormonal
Hormonal shifts that occur during perimenopause and menopause can contribute to the lack of... Read more
In 2006, Gardasil, a vaccine to help protect against human papillomavirum (HPV) began to be given to girls as young as 9 years old and up to age 26. HPV is the leading cause of cervical cancer.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 6.2 Americans are infected with HPV each year. It is the most common... Read more
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