Would you have surgery to lose weight?
Article Abstract:
Issues relating to weight loss surgery (WLS) are discussed. Women constitute 80% of patients and this practice is becoming more widespread, although surgeons warn that it should only be undertaken as a last measure. Post-operative complications are discussed by former patients of WLS.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 2001
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The baby we were meant to have
Article Abstract:
A personal narrative is presented describing a woman's experiences of years of unsuccessful fertility treatments, and her decision, together with her husband, to adopt a child. She feels that accepting her infertility allowed her to continue her life and be happy.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 2001
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Would you have had this baby?
Article Abstract:
The issue of women infected with the human immunodeficiency virus becoming pregnant and giving birth, with focus on the ethical questions raised and the drug treatments now available.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 2000
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