My doctor just told me that I have gout – and I am disgusted with myself. Let me first say that I have never experienced more pain in my entire life. The pain is focused on my left toe and there is no escaping it. All I keep thinking about is how Ben Franklin, who... Continue Reading →
In keeping with my promise to keep you informed of issues in the U.S. Congress, I wanted to bring to your attention legislation that was recently introduced by Senator Patty Murray (D-Wash.) and Congresswoman Rep. Louise Slaughter (D-N.Y.) that will raise the public's understanding and awareness of Emergency Contraception (EC). The bill is called the... Continue Reading →
Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection. There are more than 40 types of HPV that can infect the genital areas of females and males, as well as the mouth and throat. HPV is not the same as herpes and it can be acquired not just during sexual intercourse, but during... Continue Reading →
