Our bodies, ourselves for the new century :  a book by and for women / 
the Boston Women's Health Book Collective. 
 - Newly revised and updated. 
 - 780 pages :  illustrations ;  28 cm. 
 - A Touchstone book. .
<br/><br/> Revised edition of : Our bodies, ourselves, 1984 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references and index. 
<br/><br/>Taking care of ourselves -- Relationships and sexuality -- Sexual health and controlling our fertility -- Child-bearing -- Knowledge is power. 
<br/><br/> A guide to women's health, including information on breast        cancer, AIDS, pregnancy and childbirth, and medical         practices and procedures. The essential resource on         women's health and sexuality comes of age in this newly         revised and updated edition of a long loved classic. Our         Bodies, Ourselves for the New Century reflects the vital         health concerns of women of diverse ages, ethnic and         racial backgrounds, and sexual orientations. In these         pages, women will find new information, resources,         including web sites, and personal support for the         decisions that will shape their health and their lives,         from living a healthy life, to relationships and sexuality,        to child bearing, growing older, dealing with the medical         system, and organizing for change. This is a book for         women of all generations to use, to rely on, and to share         with others. The definitive consumer health reference for         women of all ages and ethnic groups, this book encompasses        such controversial issues as managed care and the         insurance industry; breast cancer treatment options;         recent developments in contraception; and much more. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>0684842319 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Women--Health and hygiene<br/>Women--Diseases<br/>Women--Psychology
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>RA778  / .O87 1998