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Georgia Governor Signs Early Abortion Ban

Georgia Governor Signs Early Abortion Ban

Legislation banning abortions once a fetal heartbeat can be detected was signed Tuesday by Georgia’s Republican Gov. Brian Kemp. Latest Pregnancy News A fetal heartbeat can be detected as early as six weeks, before many women know they’re pregnant, the Associated Press reported. Currently, Georgia allows abortions during the first 20 weeks of pregnancy. If […]

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How to Know If Your PMS Is Something More Serious

How to Know If Your PMS Is Something More Serious

Latest Women’s Health News FRIDAY, May 3, 2019 (HealthDay News) — A severe and potentially disabling form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) affects up to 5% of women of childbearing age, an expert says. Like PMS, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) may cause bloating, breast tenderness, fatigue and changes in sleep and eating habits. In PMDD, at […]

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Health Tip: What to Expect From a Gynecologist Visit

Health Tip: What to Expect From a Gynecologist Visit

(HealthDay News) — Visiting a gynecologist is important for women to maintain reproductive and sexual health. Latest Women’s Health News Most females should begin seeing a gynecologist at the age of 21, or earlier if they are sexually active, says the University of California at Santa Barbara. Women should expect the following at a gynecologist […]

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Causes and treatment of vaginal cuts

Causes and treatment of vaginal cuts

Minor vaginal cuts and tears are common and often occur when a person is removing body hair or engaging in sexual activity. People with certain hormonal, skin, and immune conditions may be more likely to get vaginal cuts or tears. Minor vaginal wounds are usually harmless, but they may cause mild pain and discomfort for […]

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What to expect during IUD insertion

What to expect during IUD insertion

An intrauterine device or IUD is a small T-shaped device that a doctor or nurse can implant into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. It is among the most effective forms of reversible birth control with a failure rate of less than 1%. The insertion is a minor medical procedure that only takes a few minutes. […]

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Menstrual cups: Everything you need to know

Menstrual cups: Everything you need to know

While menstrual cups have been around for many years, they have only recently become popular. A menstrual cup is a small, bell-shaped cup that a person can insert into their vagina to collect menstrual blood during a period. They are made of medical-grade silicone, rubber, or plastic and are usually reusable. People simply empty the […]