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What is contraception? Contraception or birth control helps stop you from becoming pregnant. Each month an egg is released from the female ovary (ovulation). If the egg is met by a sperm, the egg can...
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Many parents wonder when to address their daughters’ gynecologic health issues. Adolescent
girls are confronted with numerous challenges, and the decisions they make can have serious
consequences f...
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Number FS006
What is depression? Depression is a set of feelings of sadness,
loss of pleasure, helplessness, and hopelessness
that persist over time, for at least
2 weeks. Depression can be linked to alcohol
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Number FS029
What is depression? Depression is a set of feelings of sadness,
loss of pleasure, helplessness, and
hopelessness that persist over time,
for at least 2 weeks. Depression can be
associated with al...
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We care about her health. Girls should first visit a gynecologist for health promotion, education, and prevention when they are 13–15 years old. Most girls do not need a pelvic examination at this ti...
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Number FS007
Why is auto safety an issue for teenagers? Motor vehicle accidents (car crashes) are the number one cause of death among young people aged 16–20 years Motor vehicle accidents are a significant cause ...
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Number FS008
What is emergency contraception? Emergency contraception is a way of preventing
pregnancy after unprotected sex. The most common type of emergency
contraception involves taking hormonal pills (usua...
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Number FS010
It is recommended that adolescent girls see a gynecologist
for the first time when they are between the ages of 13 years
and 15 years. Why should you go to a gynecologist? Getting to know your heal...
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Number FS011
What is human papillomavirus (HPV)? Human papillomavirus is a family of viruses that causes infection on the skin or mucous membranes of various
areas of the body. There are many different types of ...
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Number FS012
What are the risks of using the Internet? All kinds of material are on the web. You may come across material that is inappropriate and disturbing,
including sexual, violent, drug-promoting, or other...
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