The rise in asthma

Article Abstract:

The number of asthma sufferers has increased from seven million in 1980 to 10 million in 1990. The number of women afflicted, especially black women, has increased disproportionately. There are new treatments, such as steroids and aerosol anti-inflammatory drugs, that have been proven effective.

Statistics, Asthma

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Good news about your health

Article Abstract:

Fluoxetine for premenstrual syndrome and a new test for chlamydia are among new innovations in health care that will affect women positively. Breast cancer, birth control pills, chronic fatigue syndrome, the IUD, ovarian cancer and other topics are discussed.

Innovations, Diagnosis, Drug therapy, Medical research, Breast cancer, Ovarian cancer, Oral contraceptives, Intrauterine contraceptives, Intrauterine devices, Chronic fatigue syndrome, Premenstrual syndrome, Chlamydia

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Is your doctor up-to-date?

Article Abstract:

Physicians should remain current to provide effective care, but no state requires retesting of skills. Many doctors have not been adequately trained in using mammograms and Pap smears.

Evaluation, Physicians, Medical professions, Pap test

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