http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9E0CEFD81F3CF937A35751C1A964958260&sec=health&spon
I read an article about Baltimore School Clinics that offer Birth control. The schools are putting together plans to discuss the benefits of Norplant in the family-life classes.This is called Norplant. This is surgical implanted just under the skin on the underside of a woman's upper arm. It consists of six matchstick sized capsules. They last for up to five years. During these five years they release contraceptive synthetic hormone (progestin). When the capsules are removed fertility is restored.
One out of ten girls form the ages of 15-17 got pregnant in the year 1990. This procedure has helped the girls. Norplant does not protect ask AIDS or any other sexually disease. The capsules cost $365. The doctors charge $150 to $500 for the surgery.
The first schools clinic to offer Norplant was Laurene Taquin. This is a public school for girls who are pregnant or have had babies.
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Jillian: What a fascinating issue you are researching. The question I have for you regarding this blog posting is this: what new thinking or ideas did you develop through reading this article? What questions would you ask or comments would you make? Your ideas are important in helping you focus and continue your research. Ask questions, answer them through more research. Show some of it in your blog entries.
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