Introduction
Oral contraceptive pills, commonly called birth control pills, are pharmaceutical medications taken orally to prevent pregnancy by women. They …
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Obstetric fistula: fight contempt and discrimination against women suffering from the condition
Introduction
Giving birth can be beautiful, but for those who return home with a baby in their hands and extra …
BANGED UP: PRISONS FOR WOMEN IN SOUTH AFRICA
Introduction
Have you heard of the new Netflix television series Girls Incarcerated: Young and Locked Up? It’s an American documentary …
BREASTFEEDING AS A NATURAL BIRTH CONTROL METHOD
Introduction
Breastfeeding isn’t just a healthy way to feed your baby. It can also be a form of birth control …
MENSTRUATION AS AN EQUAL RIGHT
Introduction
Menstruation is the regular discharge of blood and mucosal tissue from the inner lining of the uterus via the …
CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS AMONG WOMEN
INTRODUCTION
January is cervical cancer awareness month, and it is an excellent opportunity to raise awareness about cervical cancer and …
ERADICATING FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION
INTRODUCTION
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is the removal of the external female genitalia totally or partially for non-medical reasons. Over …
Preeclampsia: The Threat in Pregnancy
INTRODUCTION
Preeclampsia is a condition in Pregnancy usually characterised by high blood pressure and protein in the urine, known as …
TALKING ABOUT TABOO: SINGLE MOTHERHOOD
There are many negative stereotypes around single motherhood. Most women who are mothers remain in their husband’s houses for the …
WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT BREAST CANCER?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, claiming numerous lives …