Guest guest Posted February 11, 2004 Report Share Posted February 11, 2004 Posted on Tue, Feb. 10, 2004 DR. DONOHUE: FOR YOUR GOOD HEALTH When in doubt, get a second opinion Q: I am 68 and have a 2.5-cm (1-inch) fibroid. The doctor wants to do a total hysterectomy for relief of right groin pain. Is this not extreme? Is there an easier way? read the rest here: http://www.contracostatimes.com/mld/cctimes/7917648.htm ***************************** Obstetrician sued over late birth February 11, 2004 - 8:05PM The family of a Sydney teenager with cerebral palsy are suing her mother's obstetrician, claiming his miscalculation of her birth date caused her brain damage. read the rest here: http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2004/02/11/1076388434323.html ************************** Posted on Tue, Feb. 10, 2004 Renewed life for old drugs MIX OF LUCK, RESEARCH PROMPTS A SECOND LOOK By Barbara Feder Ostrov Mercury News You can teach an old drug new tricks. Botox may calm overactive bladders. Viagra helps children with lung problems breathe easier. Mifepristone, better known as ``the abortion pill,'' may quiet the imaginary voices of psychotic depression. The once-frightening drug thalidomide has been resurrected as a potent treatment for one of the deadliest forms of cancer. read the rest here: http://www.mercurynews.com/mld/mercurynews/living/health/7913357.htm ****************************** Why smoke causes so much harm By Professor Lesley Regan 11 February 2004 London Evening Standard I can quite well believe the results of this study. There is well-established data showing strong links between smoking and fertility. Smoking is known to reduce your ability to get pregnant. For example, it has an adverse effect on the function of the ovaries. read the rest here: http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/articles/9095951 ******************************** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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