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How to Bandage a Dog Wound Effectively

Dog wounds occur more frequently than you think. When a dog gets injured, good care isn't just about cleaning the wound; it's about allowing it to heal safely and without complications. Bandaging wounds on dogs is an essential skill for veterinary technicians and veterinarians.  A good bandage covers the wound, manages swelling, alleviates pain, and…

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When is the Rhythm Method of Birth Control Safe?

While jokes abound about the rhythm method, it can be a reliable method of natural family planning that prevents pregnancy effectively. Modern knowledge about fertility patterns and signs can help you to make good choices about when to engage in sexual activity and when to abstain, when you are using the rhythm method. To know when you are safe and when you are not, you need to know your own cycle and your body.

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Do You Need to Use a Back-Up Method When Switching Birth Control?

You may want to switch birth control methods to reduce side effects, opt for increased convenience or improve effectiveness. Changing from a barrier method of birth control to a hormonal contraceptive is one option, but you may also change from one hormonal contraceptive to another. Staying safe and preventing pregnancy while you switch is key, but your circumstances will affect whether you should use a back-up method of contraception.