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Bio-identical Hormones: Real Medicine or Hot Flash in the Pan?

May 09, 2007 at 01:33 pm by steve

Since my hysterectomy, I have taken hormones to keep the world safe for democracy. It's my small contribution to world peace. Women who have celebrated more than 20 anniversa.... Read More

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Working Well Nursing Program Wins Award

May 09, 2007 at 01:33 pm by steve

The Wellness Councils of America has honored the City of Birmingham's Working Well initiative, which relies heavily on nurses to improve employee health. WELCOA's 2006 Well.... Read More

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Nursing Schools Turn to Technology

May 09, 2007 at 01:33 pm by steve

Area nursing schools are using the Internet to allow practicing nurses to obtain advanced degrees while remaining at work in their nursing jobs. Last month, Trinity Medical.... Read More

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The Women's Health Initiative: A Tale of Two Trials

May 09, 2007 at 01:33 pm by steve

In 1987, the "grandmother" of hormonal trials tested 875 healthy postmenopausal women from ages 45 to 64. The Postmenopausal Estrogen/ Progestin Interventions (PEPI) trial beg.... Read More

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In-Office Endometrial Ablation

May 09, 2007 at 01:33 pm by steve

Endometrial ablation, which involves destroying the lining of the uterus, has recently evolved from a one-day outpatient surgery to an in-office procedure. Last fall, after re.... Read More