African-American Women & Depression : An 8 page
research paper that examines depression with the
African-American community and specifically how it applies to
African-American women. The writer offers an overview of this
subject, but argues that there are factors that pertain to
depression in African-Americans that simply don't apply to the
white population. Bibliography lists 7 sources. aafdep.wps

Ovarian Cancer : In 1995, the rate of women being diagnosed
with ovarian cancer each year in the United States was 22,000
(Anonymous 1995). This form of cancer is not easily detected
in the early stages, which means that by the time it is diagnosed,
serious health problems have occurred. Ovarian cancer is less
prevalent than breast cancer, has a higher mortality rate and is
linked with the same genetically presupposed gene. It is the
fourth leading cause of cancer mortality in the United States
causing 14 500 deaths in 1998 (Bonn, 1999). An annual pelvic
exam and possible the new testing for the gene are the most
common preventative measures. This 5 page paper explores the
physiological repercussions of this deadly disease.
Bibliography lists 6 sources. KTovarian.wps

Hydatiform Mole : A 5 page overview of the reproductive
disease that is a component of Gestational trophoblastic disease
(GTD) and is almost always a precursor of choriocarcinoma. It
is an abnormal placenta that develops into a tumor, and results
either in miscarriage or death of the fetus. The tumor can be
malignant, but it almost always is benign. It is a subject rarely
discussed with the patient or in patient literature, yet its
incidence makes it more common than some other forms of
abnormalities that are well known, such as Downs’ Syndrome.
Bibliography lists 9 sources. H-Mole.wps

Gestational Diabetes : An 8 page discussion of gestational
diabetes, a condition which is reflected in both insulin
dependency and non-insulin dependency diabetes as well as in
diabetic ketoacidosis. Includes information on diagnosis and
treatment as well as an emphasis on the importance of nutrition.
Bibliography lists 10 sources. PPdiabG.wps

The “Morning After Pill” : This 10 page report discusses the
controversial “morning-after” pill and its contraceptive
effectiveness. The writer presents the facts and history of the
morning-after pill, as well as some information on several other
somewhat controversial forms of birth control (depo provera
and norplant). Bibliography lists 11 sources. Mornpill.wps

Birth Control: History and Need : A 5 page discussion of
the history of birth control with particular emphasis on the
United States and China. Discusses the birth of the movement
and the resistance which it has faced in the United States.
Presents China’s system of government required birth control
and concludes that although their are some human rights issues
at stake in government imposed birth controls there is a pressing
need for population control if our environment is to be saved.
Bibliography lists 6 sources. PPbrthCn.wps

New Contraceptive Methods / Men and Women : A 7 page
research paper on the latest methods of contraception, including
Norplant, emergency contraception, “Traffic Light” fertility
indicator, RU 428, male annual vaccine, and male birth control
pill. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Cncntrac.wps

Female Circumcision & Genital Mutilation : Approximately
6 pages in length. Paper discusses issues concerning female
circumcision/genital mutilation. Cultural reasons and
medical/health effects are examined. Bibliography lists 7
sources. Femaleci.wps

Ritualistic Female Mutilation : A 9 page essay on the
practice of female genital mutilation considered traditional in
many parts of Africa. Though not as prevalent in the cities, the
estimated numbers of girls subjected to the ritualistic surgery,
normally without the benefit of anaesthesia, is between 90 and
94 percent. When researchers ask why the mutilations are
performed, the standard reply is that it is tradition, or (more
rarely) that it enhances beauty. Native women are working with
villagers to help end the practice, trying to help them see that
not only is this surgery unncessary, it is also physically and
psychologically damaging for a life time. Bibliography lists 8
sources. Mutilate.wps
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