About Women's Health: Abortion, Contraception, and the Election

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Women's Health From Rachel Gurevich, your About Women's Health Editor Women's health issues have played a big role in this year's presidential election, from birth control and abortion, to the Affordable Care Act. Where Romney and Obama Stand Before you head to the polls, check out where Obama and Romney stand on the issues. For example, did you know that Romney supported the Blunt Amendment, a bill that would have provided religious groups and any employer with moral objections the right to deny coverage of birth control? Overview of Obama's and Romney's Positions on Key Women's Health Issues Lies, Lies & More Lies: Avoid an Unwanted President Don't Make Any Assumptions See More About:  birth control advocacy  election  abortion Contraception Rights We take for granted our right to access birth control, but as recently as the 1960s, there were states in America where advertisement and sale of contraception were banned. The Road to Contraception Freedom Book Review: America and The Pill See More About:  birth control methods  birth control advocacy  picking a birth control method Roe vs Wade and the Personhood Movement Another big topic this year is abortion and the threat that Roe vs. Wade could be overturned. A separate but related issue is the Personhood Movement, which hopes to declare a fertilized egg as a "person." Not only would this make abortion illegal, but it could also make many forms of contraception illegal, IVF treatments practically impossible, and put women who miscarry under scrutiny. Understanding Roe v. Wade, 1973 Why Pro-Life and "Personhood" Are Not Equivalent See More About:  unintended pregnancy  contraceptive failure  abortion Understanding the Affordable Care Act Another area of contention is the Affordable Care Act, with Romney suggesting he would seek to appeal the act. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, all insurance plans must cover -- without added co-pays -- all FDA-approved birth control options, annual well-woman visits, gestational diabetes screening for pregnant women, breastfeeding help, and more. Do we really want to lose this? Highlights of the Affordable Care Act Contraception and Other Women's Preventative Care Now Covered See More About:  affordable care act  individual mandate  pre-existing conditions Women's Health Ads Medical Abortion Abortion Pills Pregnancy Abortion Abortion Rights Election 2012 Featured Articles Bra Day 2012 Tips for a Healthy Halloween Gas and Bloating Talking to Kids About Sex Sex Toys That Are More Scary Than Sexy Media Influence on Disordered Eating   More from About.com Plan a Caribbean Vacation Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a girlfriend getaway, or an active family vacation we've got the resources you need. Read more...> How to Eat Locally Eating locally has many benefits, the food is fresher, tastes better, and has less environmental impact. But how can you get started? Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Women's Health: What Do You Know About Breast Cancer?

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Women's Health From Rachel Gurevich, your About Women's Health Editor Have you noticed the increase in pink ribbons everywhere? October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. While there are few people who have never heard of breast cancer, the awareness month is needed to remind women to be aware of the risks and take steps to prevent or at least catch cancer early. Preventing Breast Cancer Breast cancer is caused by a combination of factors that you have no control over (like genetics) and factors you can control (like smoking.) Why not take steps to lower your risk? All About Breast Cancer Prevention Top 10 Strategies to Reduce Breast Cancer Risk Top 10 Breast Cancer Risk Myths See More About:  breast cancer risk  breast cancer prevention  mammograms From Mammograms to Self-Exams The next best thing to preventing breast cancer is catching it early. The earlier it's caught, the easier it will be to treat. Every women should be doing self-exams, and mammograms should be started at age 40. How To Do a Breast Self Exam (BSE) When and How Often Should I Get Mammograms? How Screening Mammograms Protect Your Breast Health Having a Mammogram Benign Breast Conditions That Are Not Breast Cancer See More About:  breast self exam  breast cancer prevention  breast lumps Information for the Newly Diagnosed If you've just been diagnosed with breast cancer, there are things you need to do and know before you start treatment. (Not yet diagnosed but know you're at risk? You may want to keep these important articles around, just in case.) What You Need to Know Before Starting Treatment Breast Cancer Treatment and Your Fertility 10 Essential Things To Do Before Starting Treatment See More About:  cancer treatment  diagnosis  pathology report Supporting a Friend with Breast Cancer One in 8 women develop breast cancer in the Unites States. Many of us know at least one person who has battled the disease. How can you be supportive? Help Fight Breast Cancer as a Chemo Support Buddy Top 10 Ways to Support a Spouse with Breast Cancer Fundraising for Someone with Breast Cancer See More About:  breast cancer support  chemotherapy  cancer support Women's Health Ads Breast Cancer Month Cancer Treatment Cancer Chemotherapy Cancer Diagnosis Cervical Cancer Featured Articles Quiz: Choosing Better Proteins Which Presidential Candidate Supports Birth Control? 2012 Election and Contraception 10 Ways to Comfort a Woman in Birth Tips for Breastfeeding Success Starting College with PCOS   More from About.com Plan a Caribbean Vacation Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a girlfriend getaway, or an active family vacation we've got the resources you need. Read more...> How to Eat Locally Eating locally has many benefits, the food is fresher, tastes better, and has less environmental impact. But how can you get started? Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Women's Health: Are You Depressed? You're Not Alone.

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Women's Health From Rachel Gurevich, your About Women's Health Editor Depression affects millions of people, about 9% of the American population. But of those affected by depression, women are the most vulnerable. In fact, the lifetime risk in women for depression is about 25%, while for men it's 12%. Women and Depression: What's Different? Why are women so much more vulnerable to depression? There are a variety of factors that lead to this vulnerability, including hormonal factors and societal expectations. Why Is Depression More Common in Women Than in Men? What Women Need to Know About Depression See More About:  gender differences  depression prevalence  Hormones and Depression Many of us joke about PMS mood swings, but for some women, the mood swings of PMS interfere with their daily lives. Hormones and depression also play a role in pregnancy depression and postpartum depression. Do You Have PMS Symptoms or PMDD? Depression and Puberty Depression During Pregnancy Postpartum Depression Menopause and Depression See More About:  pmdd symptoms  pmdd diagnosis  What's the Difference Between Feeling Sad and Depressed? Everyone feels blue once in awhile, especially during stressful times. So how do you know if your sadness is just normal sadness or if it's depression? What's the Difference Between Sadness and Depression Quiz: Depression Screening Feeling Depressed for No Reason Top 9 Depression Symptoms See More About:  depression symptoms  depression diagnosis  depression facts Treatment for Depression: You Can Feel Better What if you ARE depressed? Is there any way to feel better? Yes, thankfully, there are treatments for depression. Don't deny yourself help! Overview of Depression Treatments Depression Medications All About Talk Therapy You Are What You Think: Changing Your Thoughts to Beat Depression Natural Ways to Beat Depression See More About:  antidepressants  depression treatments  psychotherapy Women's Health Ads Depression Symptons Severe Depression Depression Therapy Natural Depression Depression Treatment Featured Articles When Are You Most Likely to Gain Weight Infertility and Your Mental Health How to Make Homemade Stretch Mark Bars How to Give and Receive Compliments Medications for Anxiety How to Avoid Giving to Cancer Frauds   More from About.com Plan a Caribbean Vacation Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a girlfriend getaway, or an active family vacation we've got the resources you need. Read more...> How to Eat Locally Eating locally has many benefits, the food is fresher, tastes better, and has less environmental impact. But how can you get started? Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Women's Health: The Ache of Pregnancy Loss

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Women's Health From Rachel Gurevich, your About Women's Health Editor Pregnancy loss is frequently an invisible grieving, as the majority of miscarriages occur in the first trimester, before other people know you're pregnant. Miscarriage also often leads to feelings of guilt and may leave you wondering if you could have done something differently or if you somehow caused it. Having personally lost three pregnancies, I know the emotional territory well. It's Not Your Fault The first thing you need to know is the vast majority of pregnancy losses can not be prevented. It's All My Fault: Coping with Guilt and Self-Blame 10 Things to Stop Doing to Yourself After a Pregnancy Loss Why First Trimester Miscarriage Happens Causes of Still Birth Lifestyle Factors that Increase Risk of Miscarriage and Stillbirth See More About:  coping with miscarriage  coping with stillbirth  emotional recovery I'm Bleeding. Does This Mean I'm Miscarrying? If you're pregnant now, you may be worried about pregnancy loss, especially if you've miscarried previously. Bleeding or spotting may proceed a miscarriage, but it's also possible to experience spotting in early pregnancy that is normal. 9 Reasons Why You Might Have Spotting or Bleeding in the First Trimester 6 Times You Should Definitely Call Your Doctor 6 Times You Probably Don't Need to Call Your Doctor Is Loss of Pregnancy Symptoms a Sign of Miscarriage? True Stories of Successful Births After Bleeding in Pregnancy See More About:  miscarriage symptoms  bleeding during pregnancy  miscarriage diagnosis Healing from Miscarriage and Still Birth The physical recovery from miscarriage is usually easier to cope with than the emotional recovery, which may take longer than you expect. If you have older children, and they knew about the pregnancy, they too need time and support to heal from the loss. Coping with Miscarriage Surviving Your First Post-Loss Baby Shower Taking a Break from Grief Is Possible and Healthy 10 Unique Ways to Honor Your Baby's Memory Pregnancy Loss Books for Children A Personal Story: One Miscarriage, One Man, One Woman See More About:  coping with miscarriage  relationships and miscarriage  trying again after miscarriage Supporting a Friend or Family Member When a friend or family member confides in you about a recent miscarriage -- or when the event is more public due to the pregnancy being further or along, or just because the woman was open about the pregnancy -- you may struggle with knowing how to support her. You may find yourself grieving alongside her as well. Resources for Friends and Family What Can You Do for a Woman After a Miscarriage? Grandparent's Grief What Not to Say to Someone Who Has Had a Miscarriage See More About:  supporting someone through pregnancy loss  for friends/family  Women's Health Ads Pregnancy Pregnancy to Birth Mental Health Health for Pregnancy Womens Health Doctor Featured Articles Why Are Women More Commonly Depressed? How Can I Donate Breast Milk? Coping with PCOS During the Holidays Before You Get Pregnant Good Anxiety vs Bad Anxiety What to Expect At Your Pap Smear   More from About.com Plan a Caribbean Vacation Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a girlfriend getaway, or an active family vacation we've got the resources you need. Read more...> How to Eat Locally Eating locally has many benefits, the food is fresher, tastes better, and has less environmental impact. But how can you get started? Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement