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This list, prepared by the College Resource Center librarians from other sources, is provided for information only. Referral to these sites does not imply the endorsement of The American Colleg...
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April 2013
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Number 559
ABSTRACT: Cesarean delivery on maternal request is defined as a primary prelabor cesarean delivery on maternal request in the absence of any maternal or fetal indications. Potential risks of cesarean...
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April 2013
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Number 558
ABSTRACT: Given demonstrated vaccine efficacy, safety, and the large potential for prevention of many infectious diseases among adults, newborns, and pregnant women, obstetrician–gynecologists should...
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April 2013
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PFS003
Hormone Therapy
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Women’s Health Care Physicians
patient education Fact Sheet
PFS003: Hormone Therapy APRIL 2013
The average age wh...
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April 2013
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SP042
Tu sexualidad
El acto sexual es una parte normal y saludable de todo
ser humano. En los años de la adolescencia, el cuerpo
empieza a cambiar. Quizás también empieces a pensar
sobre las r...
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April 2013
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WEBTREATS: Incarcerated Women
American Civil Liberties Union – Prison Conditions
This ACLU website has information on prisoners’ rights and prison conditions. There is also info...
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April 2013
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SP110
Por qué se realiza el procedimiento de LEEP
El cuello uterino es la abertura del útero que se encuentra
en la parte superior de la vagina. Está cubierto por
una fina capa de tejido. Este ...
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March 2013
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SP073
¿Qué es el virus del papiloma humano?
El VPH es un virus muy común. Algunos estudios
indican que por lo menos tres de cada cuatro personas
que tienen relaciones sexuales contraerán la inf...
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March 2013
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SP007
¿Qué es el cáncer?
Las células sanas que componen los tejidos del organismo
crecen, se reproducen y se reemplazan en forma
periódica. En ocasiones, las células viejas no mueren
cuando de...
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March 2013
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FAQ042
What happens during puberty?
When puberty starts, your brain sends signals to certain parts of the body to start growing and changing. These signals are called hormones. Hormones make your body chan...
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March 2013
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FAQ021
How do birth control pills work?
Birth control pills contain hormones that prevent ovulation. These hormones also cause other changes in the body that help prevent pregnancy. The mucus in the cervix...
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March 2013
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SP047
¿Qué es menopausia?
Los ovarios, dos glándulas a cada lado del útero,
producen estrógeno desde la pubertad hasta la menopausia.
Esta hormona se libera durante todo el ciclo
menstrual. El...
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March 2013
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FAQ168
What are my options if I find out that I am pregnant?
There are three options available to you if you discover you are pregnant: 1) you can give birth to the baby and raise the baby, 2) you can give...
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February 2013
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FAQ085
What is cervical cancer screening?
Cervical cancer screening is used to find changes in the cells of the cervix that could lead to cancer (see the FAQ Cancer of the Cervix). Screening includes the P...
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February 2013
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FAQ047
What is menopause?
Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when she stops having menstrual periods. The years leading up to this point are called perimenopause, or “around menopause.” Menopause mark...
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February 2013
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FAQ110
What is a loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) and why is it done?
If you have an abnormal cervical cancer screening result, your health care provider may suggest that you have a loop elec...
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February 2013
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FAQ129
What is a seizure?
A seizure occurs when the activity of nerve cells in the brain becomes abnormal. A seizure can cause a change in mood, emotions, consciousness, or movement. FAQ129
The American C...
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February 2013
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FAQ073
What is human papillomavirus (HPV)?
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus that can be passed from person to person through skin-to-skin contact. More than 100 types of HPV have been found. About 30 ...
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February 2013
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FAQ163
What is cancer of the cervix?
A woman’s cervix (the opening of the uterus at the top of the vagina) is covered by a thin layer of tissue made up of cells. Healthy cells grow, divide, and are replace...
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February 2013
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FAQ103
What is prenatal care?
Prenatal care is the health care you get while you are pregnant. It includes medical care, education, and counseling. The earlier you get prenatal care, the better your chance...
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February 2013
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SP085
Por qué se realiza una prueba de detección de
cáncer de cuello uterino
El cuello uterino es la abertura del útero que se
encuentra en la parte superior de la vagina. Está
cubierto por un...
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February 2013
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SP103
La atención prenatal
Tan pronto como creas que estás embarazada debes
llamar a tu proveedor de atención médica para
hacer una cita. La atención prenatal es el cuidado
médico que obtienes...
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February 2013
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SP129
Los trastornos convulsivos
Cuando se altera la actividad de las células nerviosas
ocurren convulsiones. Una convulsión puede causar
un cambio en el estado de ánimo, las emociones, el
con...
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February 2013
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FAQ007
What causes cancer?
Cancer occurs when old cells do not die when they should or are damaged. Normally, the body repairs or destroys such cells. Sometimes, these cells may grow out of control. This c...
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February 2013
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SP163
Cómo evoluciona el cáncer de cuello uterino
El cuello uterino de la mujer (la abertura del útero en
la parte superior de la vagina) está cubierto de una
capa delgada de tejido compuesto p...
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February 2013
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