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"I tested positive for the breast cancer gene."

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A woman with four sisters describes the difficulty of making the decision to be tested for a breast cancer gene mutation, and then encouraging her five sisters to take the test. The ordeal brought the sisters and their mother closer together, and also helped them deal with the disease and their fears.

Author: DiCostanzo, Diane
Publisher: Meredith Corporation
Publication Name: Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1060-9237
Year: 2001
Genetic aspects, Breast cancer

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Natural fertility boosters

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Women can increase their chances of getting pregnant by having sex regularly, quitting smoking and drinking alcohol, ensuring their mental well-being and changing their lovemaking techniques.

Author: Felgran, Hilary Macht
Publisher: Meredith Corporation
Publication Name: Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1060-9237
Year: 2001
Physiological aspects, Fertility, Human, Human fertility

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Natural cold cures; vitamin C, zinc, echinacea - confused? Here's what really works

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Individual 'cold cures,' including echinacea, oscillococcinum, zinc, acupuncture, goldenseal, vitamin C, and chicken soup, are discussed. Recommendations for each 'cure' are included.

Author: Felgran, Hilary Macht
Publisher: Meredith Corporation
Publication Name: Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1060-9237
Year: 2000
Prevention, Cold (Disease), Common cold

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