Ask the Lady Doctor – Which contraceptive should I choose? (Part 5) This is the final instalment of our series about contraceptive choices. So far we’ve covered rhythm and barrier methods, IUDs and oral contraceptives. This article will look at injectables, implants and surgical options to...
Ask The Lady Doctor – Which contraceptive should I choose (Part IV) Oral Contraceptive Pill (OCP) OCP's might be considered second only to penicillin as the most revolutionary drug ever discovered. It is a medication so ground-breaking that it eventually became known simply as “The Pill”. Since it's...
Ask the Lady Doctor – Which contraceptive should I use? Part 3 - IUD’s The IUD (intrauterine device) is an attractive method of birth control for many women because it is highly effective (99% efficacy), has few associated side effects and is “no nonsense” - meaning...
Ask the Lady Doctor – Which contraceptive should I use? Part 2: Barrier Methods Our ancestors contrived many "barriers" to copulation and pregnancy. The chastity belt was a very effective, albeit slightly barbaric way for a man to ensure that his woman did not take a lover during...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Also known a “pink ribbon day”, October 13 is the official start of the annual campaign that helps bring awareness of breast cancer, its diagnosis, treatment and sometimes palliation. This is happening all over the word in support of research,...
Ask the Lady Doctor – Which contraceptive should I use? Part 1: Natural Family Planning Contraception is a delicate subject - but an important one. The best way to prevent unwanted pregnancies and abortions is prevention - and the best contraceptive method is the one that...
When we generally think of random acts of kindness, we tend to think of the selfless acts that someone has done for us. Some may not realize it, but the little things you do for your partner are actually good for yourself. When you care...
When a relationship or marriage is just starting out, it's easy to set aside time for special nights out; perhaps you're in the 'honeymoon phase' and every night is date night. Unfortunately, once your careers become more intense, or children enter the picture, date nights...
Epimedium, barrenwort, bishop's hat, and fairy wings. No, they're not ingredients for a magic potion; they're all the same name for the Traditional Chinese Medicine Yin Yang Huo, or Horny Goat Weed as it's often referred to. For those unfamiliar with the plant, the name may...
Love has long been a favorite topic for poets, singers, songwriters, and philosophers. But what do scientists think? What does science have to say about love? Is there actual science to it? Our brain is the central processing unit for who we are, how our...
