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Pap Smears

For 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

Responsible Sexual Behavior

Sexual contact can sometimes result in problems. An unwanted pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases may be some of those consequences. But by practicing safe sex, being monogamous or abstaining, the risks of these difficulties are greatly reduced.

Keywords: Sexually transmitted disease, STD, HIV, AIDS, gonorrhea, syphilis, condoms, abstinence, herpes, sex

Your Health and Your Insurance

Health insurance is important to everyone, especially people with chronic conditions like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Tune in to watch highlights from a panel discussion offering advice on how to handle problems with insurance providers.

Keywords: CCFA, Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America, Crohns and Colitis Foundation of America, Insurance, Group health insurance, HIPAA, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, health insurance, drug coverage, insurance policy, insurance benefits, health benefits, health insurance

Poor Sleep's Effect on Health

Sleep is necessary to feel refreshed, but now we know sleep actually impacts the way the body functions. Sleeping poorly can affect how often you get sick, your weight and, for children, how well they grow. Learn why sleep can mean more than just a good night's rest.

Keywords: Sleep, insomnia, diabetes, benzodiazepines, non benzodiazepines, Ambien, Zolpidem, Sonata, Zaleplon, Valium, Diazepam, Librium, Chlordiazepoxide, metabolism, sleep deprivation, hormones, cortisol, stress hormone, obesity, puberty, immune system, immune function, stress, sleep wake cycle