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Too old for the pill?

June 11, 2008 – 3:05 pm
Posted by H. Sandra Chevalier-Batik

As middle years near, women may need to rethink contraceptive choices
If you’re approaching the middle years of your life, it might be time to review your choice of contraceptives. But don’t be too hasty in putting them away for good.
Middle-age women and teenagers have the highest rates of unintended pregnancy and abortion in the [...]

By H. Sandra Chevalier-Batik | Also posted in Birth Control, Health Advisory, Health Care, Woman’s Health | Comments (0)

Oral Contraceptives, HPV and Risk of Cervical Cancer

September 28, 2006 – 10:14 am
Posted by H. Sandra Chevalier-Batik

Global Research Sources—Asking Questions Ignored by FDA
An analysis of case-control studies has found that use of oral contraceptives for ≥ 5 years in women with human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is associated with an increased risk of cervical cancer.  This confirms existing knowledge and emphasises the need for regular cervical screening of all women aged 20-69 [...]

By H. Sandra Chevalier-Batik | Also posted in Cervical Cancer, HPV Infection, PAP Test | Comments (0)