Introduction An abortion is the medical process of ending a pregnancy so it does not result in the birth of a baby. It is also sometimes known as a ’termination’ or a ’termination of pregnancy’. Depending on how many weeks you have been pregnant‚ the pregnancy is ended either by taking medication or by having a surgical procedure. An abortion is not the same as a miscarriage‚ where the pregnancy ends without medical intervention (although medical treatment may be needed after a miscarriage)
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Empowerment of any section of a society is a myth until they are conferred equality before law. The foundation of freedom‚ justice and fraternity is based on the recognition of the inherent dignity and of equal and inalienable rights to all the members of the society. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted and proclaimed by the General Assembly of the United Nations on 10th December 1948‚ envisaged in Article 2 that "every one is entitled to all the rights and freedoms set forth in this
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The Prenatal Environment of the Developing Organism 1 The developing unborn baby is being studied today in ways that were not possible a short time ago. Increased sophistication in technology‚ such as ultrasound imaging‚ has allowed us to examine the developing organism early in development and with great detail. Newer technology‚ such as the MRI‚ is giving us an even more accurate‚ intricate description of the developing fetus (Fetal MRI‚ 2004). Where are we going with this technology?
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Women and substance abuse The Abuse of Alcohol Substance use disorders are complicated illnesses that present unique threats to women ’s health. Medical research is showing that women who abuse alcohol‚ tobacco and other drugs may develop addictions and substance-related health problems faster than men. Alcohol consumption is most common among women between the ages of 26 and 34 and women who are divorced or separated. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism defines a light drinker
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Thirty years ago the nation was jolted awake when a blue-collar community uncovered a serious public health crisis resulting from the burial of chemical wastes in their small suburban neighborhood. As the events unfolded‚ network television‚ radio‚ and print media covered the David and Goliath struggle in Love Canal‚ New York. The country watched as mothers with children in their arms and tears in their eyes cried out for help. The words "Love Canal" are now burned in our country’s history and in
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Abortion‚ the intentional termination of a pregnancy through surgical or medical devices‚ was legalized in 1973. This issue of abortion has caused a great segregation in our country. Often the debate is thought to be conservative versus liberal‚ republican versus democrat‚ but more accurately it is pro-life versus pro choice. A pro-life stance opposes the belief that a woman should have the freedom to choose an abortion in the case that for any reason she does not want to have a baby. Pro-choice
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Epidemiology of Rubella NUR 408 August 6‚ 2012 Epidemiology of Rubella Pregnant women are one vulnerable group susceptible to contracting a viral disease. One viral disease that pregnant women can contract is rubella. Rubella is often a mild disease that affects children‚ adolescents‚ young adults‚ and is susceptible to pregnant women. The disease can be devastating when transmitted to the fetus. This paper will discuss the definition and description of epidemiology as well as the steps and
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diseases that cause infertility in women. Another force which limits fertility is draught. It is found that during draught‚ the seasonal malnutrition decrease fertility by affecting the timing of menopause‚ increasing the chances of miscarriages and stillbirths‚ and affecting the ability to breastfeed. The population limiting shown only emphasizes how the Maasai will adapt to their surroundings and environment and how they can successfully distribute food and
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The Amish Way of Life Shannon Mason Introduction to Cultural Anthropology Jessie Cohen December 14‚ 2011 The Amish Way of Life The Amish culture is fascinating to me‚ because it exists in our own country‚ and our own communities‚ but yet it is not an integral part of our mainstream society. Although the Amish culture exists in our own backyards‚ The Amish have distinct gender roles‚ cultural beliefs and values‚ and their own way of handling sickness and healing. As in many cultures
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I wrote about diabetes for my biology research paper. I need someone to proof read for me. It is in APA style. Thank you! =) In America‚ the fact that fast food restaurants are located at every corner many people becomes obesity leading to huge risk factors. The various issues of unhealthy living lead to multiple life threatening diseases‚ such as diabetes. When people hear the news that they have been diagnosed with diabetes‚ it makes them feel frightened. In 2011‚ statistics show that in United
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