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How Effective Are Early Pregnancy Tests?

Whether you are excited or worried about the possibility of being pregnant, knowing that you can take an early pregnancy test can end the wondering. If you suspect that you are pregnant with symptoms, such as a missed period, breast tenderness, a sore back, nausea or fatigue, you might want to pick up an early pregnancy test or make an appointment with your doctor to make sure.

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What Diet Pills Are as Effective As Prescription Drugs?

Nonprescription diet pill makers have an impressive array of marketing tools at their disposal. Manufacturers behind print ads, Internet websites and infomercials may claim their product is just as effective as a prescription drug for less cost and without the hassle of getting your doctor’s approval. However, diet pills that claim to be just as effective as weight loss drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration may not work — and they can also compromise your health.

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What Is the Cost of an Abortion?

When a woman chooses an abortion to terminate an unwanted or unplanned pregnancy, she may need to pay for it out-of-pocket since some health insurance companies do not pay for abortion services. On top of the emotional stress about the decision and the physical stress from pregnancy’s least-charming attribute, morning sickness, the financial stress can take its toll on a woman. Knowing what to expect can help ease that worry.