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Pap Smears

Pap SmearsFor many women, the words "pap smear" are synonymous with "embarassment" and "dread".  Few would disagree that pap smears are one of the least pleasant routines in a woman's life.  But do you know why they are so important -- or what they're for at all?   Join our panel of experts as they discuss everything you've always wanted to know about pap smears -- from the basics to the latest advances. Topics will include:

  • What do pap smears detect?  How do they work?
  • When should women start getting them?  How often?
  • What constitutes an "abnormal" pap smear result?  What happens if you have one?
  • What are new techniques for reading pap smear results are available?  How effective are they?

Keywords: cervical cancer, pap smears, women, gynecologists, vagina, cervix, reproductive, Ob/GYN, risk, sexual intercourse, HPV, human papilloma virus, genital warts, lesions, multiple partners, smoking, screening tests, dysplastic changes, colposopy, abnormal cells, biopsies, auto-pap, thin-prep, Dr. Shawn Biggers, Dr. Flavia Golden

Cold and Flu Smarts for Kids

Cold and Flu Smarts for KidsWhen someone-- a sibling, parent or grandparent-- passes away, it's often hard to know what the youngest members of the family are going through. Children may seem oblivious or indifferent, but they are probably going through intense and confusing emotions for which they need support. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the psychology of children in times of grief.

Keywords: Children, death, bereavement services, grieving, Benyamin Cirlin, Patty Donovan Duff

Helping Children in Times of Grief

Helping Children in Times of GriefWhen someone-- a sibling, parent or grandparent-- passes away, it's often hard to know what the youngest members of the family are going through. Children may seem oblivious or indifferent, but they are probably going through intense and confusing emotions for which they need support. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the psychology of children in times of grief.

Keywords: Children, death, bereavement services, grieving, Benyamin Cirlin, Patty Donovan Duff

Helping Children in Times of Grief

Helping Children in Times of GriefWhen someone-- a sibling, parent or grandparent-- passes away, it's often hard to know what the youngest members of the family are going through. Children may seem oblivious or indifferent, but they are probably going through intense and confusing emotions for which they need support. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the psychology of children in times of grief.

Keywords: Children, death, bereavement services, grieving, Benyamin Cirlin, Patty Donovan Duff

Preparing for Side Effects

Preparing for Side EffectsA diagnosis of breast cancer usually leads to some form of surgery. Afterward, various therapies help guard against spread or recurrence of disease. Side effects are common, but many are more easily managed than just a few years ago. Listen as experts describe treatment options and explain what women can expect.

Keywords: aromatase inhibitors, Arimidex, anastrozole, breast cancer, adjuvant therapy, ATAC, tamoxifen, early stage breast cancer, early phase breast cancer, cancer prevention, hormone therapy, hormonal therapy, endocrine therapy, antiestrogen, anti-estrogen, progesterone, neoadjuvant therapy, exemestane, Aromasin, letrozole, Femara, fulvestrant, Faslodex, chemotherapy, hair loss, nausea, vomiting, pre-mature menopause, early menopause, radiation therapy, vaginal discharge, vaginal bleeding, endometrial cancer, uterine cancer, hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, clotting, clots, stroke, osteoporosis, bone loss, DEXA scan, bisphosphonates, Actonel, Fosamax, chemotherapy side effects, radiation therapy side effects


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