New drugs for safer abortions
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The drugs methotrexate and misoprostol have been found to induce abortion with fewer dangerous side effects found in other abortion pills. Both are available as prescription drugs, since methotrexate is a chemotherapy agent and misoprostol is a treatment for preventing ulcers.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1995
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East meets beast
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Acupuncture treatments for pets have mushroomed under the auspices of the Veterinary Acupuncture Society. While herbal medicine remains on the sidelines of mainstream medicine, its use has been recorded by Allen M. Schoen in his book 'Love, Miracles, and Animal Healing.'
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1996
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Informed consent: how to talk with your doctor
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The doctrine of informed consent requires full discussion of the suggested medical treatment as well as the risks and options to the patient. Letting patients sign a blanket form without apprising them of the necessary information does not constitute informed consent.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1996
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