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Stop blushing! How to talk to your doctor about anything

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It is often seen that many women feel uncomfortable speaking to doctors about certain things and this diffidence may spoil their chances of getting the right treatment but experts say that there is very little the physician does not know and, it is best to open up and speak confidently to the doctor. Some of the common taboo topics about which the doctor must know are discussed and also discussed are reasons why one must open up and inform the doctor of all facts.

Author: Braverman, Tricia O'Brien
Publisher: Meredith Corporation
Publication Name: Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1060-9237
Year: 2003
Analysis, Physician and patient, Physician-patient relations, Disclosure of information

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Get Smart about alternative meds

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Surveys show that an increasing number of Americans are going in for alternative therapies to cure common as well as chronic ailments and in many cases alternative therapies are used along with conventional treatments. Experts however insist that proper care should be taken before embracing alternative therapies as even these can cause allergic reactions, most act much slower than conventional medicines and also such therapies are not proven.

Author: Di Costanzo, Diane
Publisher: Meredith Corporation
Publication Name: Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1060-9237
Year: 2004
Surveys, Homeopathy

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Prevent workout injuries

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Workout related injuries derail the exercise regimen and even though some are bound to happen, many occur due to supporting muscles not being strong enough to continue the regimen. Fitness experts suggest preventive rehabilitation, prehab, before one starts a rigorous exercise schedule and discuss ways on how some of the most common injuries can be prevented.

Author: Braverman, Tricia O'Brien
Publisher: Meredith Corporation
Publication Name: Fitness
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 1060-9237
Year: 2003
Health aspects, Prevention, Wounds and injuries, Injuries, Exercise

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