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About Vasectomy Procedure Costs

A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that involves blocking or severing a man’s vasa deferentia, the tubes that carry sperm, to prevent the release of sperm. This form of birth control is generally considered permanent, though the procedure can be reversed. The Mayo Clinic estimates that fewer than two out of 1,000 vasectomy procedures result in pregnancy, making the procedure’s effectiveness greater than 99 percent.

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10 Ways to Turn Fitness into a Family Affair

The following is a guest post by Brant Secunda and Mark Allen Does obesity run in the family? According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, if one parent is overweight, there is a 50 percent chance that their children will also be overweight. But when exercise becomes a family affair, everyone wins!

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5 Back-to-School Shopping Hacks Every Mom Should Read

You are likely feeling mixed emotions about sending your kids back-to-school — there’s some excitement about getting back to a regular routine, but there’s also some stress stemming from the high cost of school essentials. In fact, the National Retail Federation estimates that parents will spend around $875 on school purchases.