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Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Kimberly Allen R.N.Medical June 18, 2013

by Kimberly Allen, RN Pelvic organ prolapse is one of those conditions that is more common than people think affecting millions of women every year. As many as 1 out of 2 women in the US will develop some form of pelvic organ prolapse. In a woman’s pelvis there... Read more

Domestic Violence: A Women’s Health Issue

Kimberly Allen R.N.Medical November 2, 2012

Domestic violence is a worldwide problem affecting people of all ages, races, and socioeconomic status regardless of religious affiliation, education or occupation. In the US domestic violence is the number one cause of injury to women between 15 and 45 years of age…

Why Do Women’s Health Issues Matter?

Kimberly Allen R.N.Medical October 22, 2012

What are women’s health issues, what makes them different, and why are they so important? In the US women account for 51% of the total population, in those over 65 years of age 59% are women …

Berry good news about your health

Nutrition August 30, 2011

Scientist at the Texas Woman’s University have studied the role blueberries play in the first stages of fat cells that could have a significant impact on your weight plans. ..

How obesity effects fertility

Health August 10, 2011

Obesity is a known risk factor in women as it causes ovulation problems, but new studies have shown that it also contributes to women who ovulate normally…