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A recent Lancet article (12th February 2015) suggests that use of hormone replacement therapy may be associated with a slight risk in the development of ovarian cancer. While there may be a link between the development of ovarian cancer and hormone replacement therapy, the study does not confirm that H.R.T. produces ovarian cancer. The increased […] Read more
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Removal of fallopian tubes at the time of hysterectomy may reduce the risk of ovarian carcinoma
For some time we have been aware that high grade serous ovarian carcinoma mainly arises from the surface cells of the fallopian tube. A lead author of a recent publication, Dr Ian Harley, Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist from Northern Ireland, recommends being proactive. If the opportunity arises among the women who have completed their families, removal […] Read more
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Preparing for a healthy pregnancy
Before you decide to get pregnant take the opportunity to visit your Obstetrician/Gynaecologist. Your Doctor can: talk with you about any health problems you or your partner may have take your medical history to learn about medical problems in your family discuss your immunisation history and organise any pre-pregnancy immunisations Discuss lifestyle issues such as drug and […] Read more
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Prenatal Supplement
Any woman thinking about getting pregnant in the next three to six months should start taking a daily multivitamin with 400 micrograms of folic acid. Getting enough of this B vitamin before and early on in pregnancy can reduce brain and spine birth defects by up to 70 percent. Starting the habit now will make […] Read more
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Chinese Caesarean Section Rate 50%
There has been a considerable jump in Caesarean section rates from the 1990’s from 10% to more than 50% of women now delivering by Caesarean section. This is an observation by Assistant Professor Susan Hellerstein of Harvard Medical School. While patient preference may play a role here, Caesarean delivery appears to be encouraged as a […] Read more