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(4.09) | 9 | Our Bodies, Ourselves for the New Century is the first major revision of this classic since 1984 and reflects the major changes that have occurred in every area of women's health. It is still the definitive consumer health reference of all women.This new focus encompasses such controversial issues as: -- Managing managed care and the insurance industry-- Questioning breast cancer treatment options-- Recent scientific developments in contraception and reproductive technology, including drug-induced abortions-- Violence as a women's public health issue-- Preventing and living with HIV/AIDS-- The impact of racism on sexuality-- Chiropractic, herbal, and other alternative/complementary therapies, including natural approaches to menopause-- Poverty and racism as major determinants of women's health.… (more) |
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None ▾Book descriptions Our Bodies, Ourselves for the New Century is the first major revision of this classic since 1984 and reflects the major changes that have occurred in every area of women's health. It is still the definitive consumer health reference of all women.This new focus encompasses such controversial issues as: -- Managing managed care and the insurance industry-- Questioning breast cancer treatment options-- Recent scientific developments in contraception and reproductive technology, including drug-induced abortions-- Violence as a women's public health issue-- Preventing and living with HIV/AIDS-- The impact of racism on sexuality-- Chiropractic, herbal, and other alternative/complementary therapies, including natural approaches to menopause-- Poverty and racism as major determinants of women's health. ▾Library descriptions No library descriptions found. ▾LibraryThing members' description
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Hailed by The New York Times as a “feminist classic,” and “America’s bestselling book on women’s health,” the comprehensive guide to all aspects of women’s health and sexuality, including menopause, birth control, childbirth, sexual health, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental health and general well-being.  | |
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