Sexual and Reproductive Health

Overview The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that genital warts, also known as condylomata, are a sexually transmitted disease caused by the human papillomavirus. About 1 percent of sexually active adults in the U.S. have genital warts. Genital…
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Nature usually takes its course to bring on labor when it’s time for a baby to be born. Some women can go past their due date, however, and although their bodies and the baby are more than ready to get…
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Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is the final stage of HIV infection. Discovered in the early 1980s, AIDS is a disease that reduces the effectiveness of the immune system. AIDS is the fifth leading cause of death among people age…
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Yohimbe bark is considered a natural herbal product, mostly found in the jungles of the Congo, as well as throughout Nigeria, states the Natural Herbs Guide. The yohimbe is a tree whose bark has long been used in Africa to…
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There is an approximate two-week period between conception and testing positive on a pregnancy test. The wait may be difficult for hopeful parents to be. Some symptoms may appear in the first weeks of pregnancy. If you begin to experience…
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Overview Neat’s-foot oil is a rendered inedible animal oil byproduct that’s been used for centuries, primarily in the leather industry. It is used to keep leather products in good shape, providing essential oils that help leather retain its suppleness and…
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Babies can enter the world in one of several ways. Since babies don’t have much say in the matter, the decision for which delivery option is best falls to his mother, or, more often, to his mother’s medical practitioner. The…
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Coconut oil is considered a healthy source of fatty acids. Although It is composed of nearly 95 percent saturated fats, they are easily absorbed by the body and are used for energy. Coconut oil also has antibacterial and antiviral properties…
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1. Know What You’re Getting Into Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) are commonly transmitted through sexual contact. Approximately 25 percent of those living with HIV are unaware they have it. One of the best ways to…
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Overview HIV is transmitted by contaminated bodily fluids such as blood, semen and vaginal secretions. The virus attacks the immune system and causes it to gradually weaken until the patient develops AIDS. Viruses HIV belongs to a class of viruses…
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Populations in tropical countries have lower rates of heart disease, according to Peace Health, which could be related to their consumption of coconut oil. Natural health practitioners recommend coconut oil for heart disease, thyroid conditions, weight loss and even hair…
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MedlinePlus defines premature ejaculation as a condition in which a man meets an orgasm before his partner wishes. Common causes of premature ejaculation are anxiety and too much sexual stimulation. Psychology and guilt factor also play a role in this…
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1. Knowing Which One Is Right For You Oral contraceptives are one of the most reliable and well-known forms of birth control. Most oral contraceptives have a reliability rate of 97 percent, and you only need to take one pill…
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The National Institute of Health defines erectile dysfunction (ED) or impotence as the inability to achieve or sustain an erection for satisfactory sexual performance. In the United States, Erectile dysfunction affects an estimated 30 million men. Many medications on the…
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Many frequently asked questions and misconceptions about HIV and AIDS exist. The Center for Disease Control reports 35,962 cases of AIDS and 14,110 deaths among people living with HIV in the United States in 2007. You should understand the facts…
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Fetus development proceeds over the course of 38 to 42 weeks of pregnancy. During that time, the fetus develops from a single, fertilized cell—called a zygote—into a full-term fetus, ready to be born and live outside the womb. Scientists have…
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1. Have a Family Meeting Schedule a family meeting where you can all sit down and talk about what it is you want to do. Brainstorm places and events and make sure everyone has a say. Talk about food, hotels,…
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Overview When the mother’s egg is initially fertilized by the father’s sperm, it is referred to as a zygote. This single cell develops into a ball of cells called the blastocyst, and then an embryo over the following two weeks….
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The National Institute of Child Health and Development estimates that 500,000 American men have a vasectomy each year. Vasectomy is a birth control method that prevents the sperm developed in the testicles from exiting the urethra. To block the sperm,…
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1. Pack Up Emergency kits are vital during any type of emergency. Your entire family should know what is in the kit and the proper way to use all of the equipment. Your emergency kit should include first aid supplies,…
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Depo-Provera, or the birth control shot, is an injected form of contraception that works for three months. This type of birth control uses medroxyprogesterone, a synthetic form of the hormone progestin. Planned Parenthood notes that when a woman always receives…
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So named because of its blue-white sparkly appearance, crystal methamphetamine is a central nervous system stimulant and illegal street drug. Young women may smoke, snort or inject meth to improve energy and mood and suppress appetite. Users quickly become addicted…
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Overview Exercising while pregnant increases stamina and pain tolerance for labor and delivery. It also reduces stress, improves posture, helps postpartum recovery, increases energy and minimizes swelling. If you were regularly exercising before you became pregnant, it’s safe to exercise…
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Overview Placenta previa will occur in approximately one out of every 200 pregnancies, according to the March of Dimes. This condition occurs when the placenta implants low in the uterus and covers the internal opening of the cervix. Pregnant women…
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Overview Although many people mistakenly believe morning sickness is excessive or uncontrollable vomiting, morning sickness is actually the feeling of nausea during pregnancy, explains the American Pregnancy Association. Since more than half of all pregnant women will experience morning sickness,…
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Overview Proper health and nutrition is very vital to pregnant women. Including all of the nutrients needed to maintain the best health for mother and child may seem daunting at first, but is easily attainable by eating a balanced diet….
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In a July 2008 study published in “Lancet,” Robert Hogg and Johnathan Sterne proved that people with HIV are living longer than ever before. This is due to a number of factors. As more information is learned on how the…
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A normal pregnancy lasts 38 to 42 weeks, during which a single, fertilized egg grows into a full-term fetus, ready for life outside the womb. The growth that takes place before birth progresses through a set of precisely timed and…
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What is HIV? The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) affects the body’s ability to fight off illnesses. Blood cells called CD4+T cells are destroyed when HIV invades the body, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These cells…
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Developed in 1948 by Dr. Arnold Kegel, Kegel exercises are used to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor and improve the function of the sphincters of the urethra and rectum. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Kegels…
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