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  1. An interesting article on Caffeine intake and Infertility, from my Reproductive Infertility colleague Dr. Mehta: friscoinfertility.com/Infertility-Bl…
  2. Check out this website for a list of the many unneccessary medical tests being done around the country. choosingwisely.org/?page_id=13
  3. Free telephone counseling service for all types of harmful exposures that may occur during pregnancy and breastfeeding. j.mp/HcfdD8
  4. Subclinical Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy. What you need to know and why you need to be tested. bit.ly/y0TrCf
  5. Since when do twins all need to be delivered by C/S? Twins were considered two vaginal deliveries where I trained.
  6. Countless months since I have performed a primary C/S. Why is the local C/S rate so outrageous? Which pays more & takes less time? Hmm..
  7. Mammograms $99 with or without insurance through 12/31/11 @ www.solishealth.com locations Frisco/Plano. No coupon needed.
  8. Combating Irritable Bowel Syndrome through dietary changes. online.wsj.com/article/SB1000…
  9. Excellent article on when Osteoporosis/Osteopenia tx is indicated and risks associated with meds. nytimes.com/2011/11/01/hea…
  10. FYI. If you are on bc pills or the Nuvaring and are given antibiotics for a cold at Urgent Care the birth control will not be as effective.
  11. National Depression Screening Day, Frisco Womens Health Offers Computer Based Assessment and Treatment. acog.org/from_home/publ…
  12. New studies show excess vitamin intake shortens your life span and increases risk of prostate cancer. well.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/10/11/mor…
  13. Check out my new article on Frequently Asked Questions In Pregnancy. friscowomenshealth.com/FAQ/pregnancy-…
  14. Taking Prenatal Vitamins with 800 ug of Folic Acid 2 months before conception decreases your risk of birth defects involving stomach&spine.
  15. Delivered twins at Baylor, head down/breech, vaginally. 2 ecstatic parents, quite the buzz, my wife heard about it from a peds in Allen
  16. As a patient, always remember you have the ultimate say in your care. With any big decisions like surgery, I always suggest a 2nd opinion.
  17. Website explains how Pharamaceutical companies are ripping off Americans & how the government is supporting it, http://www.rxrights.org/
  18. Have a minute? Protect American's rights to affordable prescription medication. Contact your local politicians, http://tinyurl.com/3dcaquc
  19. I thought getting married made you fat, now having children makes you fat too!! http://tiny.cc/6hw97
  20. Good information on when and how to talk to your daughter about their period, http://tiny.cc/0ci88