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Endometrial Hyperplasia

Publication type: 
Brochure / Leaflet / Pamphlet / Information Sheet
Agency: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC)
Series: 
Estrogen Sensitive Conditions
Date: 
1985-06
Pages: 
1
Collections: 
Vancouver Women’s Health Collective
Summary: 
A short pamphlet describing endometrial hyperplasia, a condition where the endometrial lining of the uterus grows too thick. The pamphlet outlines the different effects of endometrial hyperplasia in women at different stages of life, its causes, diagnosis and treatment options available.
Keywords: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC); women and health; women's health; endometrial hyperplasia

Alternatives to Psychiatric Drugs

Publication type: 
Brochure / Leaflet / Pamphlet / Information Sheet
Agency: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC)
Date: 
1983-05
Pages: 
7
Collections: 
Vancouver Women’s Health Collective
Summary: 
The pamphlet, written by the Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC), suggests several alternative treatments to women who are in the process of coming off of psychiatric drugs, including nutritional guidelines and fasting to detoxify, vitamins, relaxation techniques, exercise, visualizations and affirmations, and homeopathic remedies, herbs and acupuncture.
Keywords: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC); women and health; women's health; medicine; alternative therapy; complementary therapy; herbal; holistic; mental health; mental health treatment; women and mental health; nutrition

Birth Control: For Immigrant Women

Publication type: 
Training / Education Manual
Agency: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC)
Date: 
1987
Pages: 
15
Collections: 
Vancouver Women’s Health Collective
Summary: 
An education manual on birth control, prepared by the Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC) in both English and Spanish. The manual includes description and definition of male and female reproductive systems, how pregnancy occurs, choosing a birth control method and the many different options available. The manual dispels myths about birth control and offers resources available in Vancouver.
Keywords: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC); women and health; women's health; sexuality; sexually transmitted diseases (STDs); pregnancy; birth control

Pap Smear: For Immigrant Women

Publication type: 
Brochure / Leaflet / Pamphlet / Information Sheet
Agency: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC)
Date: 
1987
Pages: 
3
Collections: 
Vancouver Women’s Health Collective
Summary: 
A pamphlet, written in both English and Spanish, with information on pap smears. Written by the Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC), it includes a definition of a pap smear, a description of the ways to prepare for a pap smear, an explanation of how a pap smear is done, as well as an explanation of different results one might receive from the doctor after a pap smear has been analyzed. The pamphlet also describes common courses of action if an abnormal pap test is returned, and encourages women to bear in mind that an abnormal pap smear does not necessarily mean that a woman has cancer or precancerous cells.
Keywords: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC); women and health; women's health; pap test; vaginal health;

Pap Smear: For Immigrant Women

Publication type: 
Brochure / Leaflet / Pamphlet / Information Sheet
Agency: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC)
Date: 
1987
Pages: 
3
Collections: 
Vancouver Women’s Health Collective
Summary: 
A pamphlet, written in both English and mandarin, with information on pap smears. Written by the Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC), it includes a definition of a pap smear, a description of the ways to prepare for a pap smear, an explanation of how a pap smear is done, as well as an explanation of different results one might receive from the doctor after a pap smear has been analyzed. The pamphlet also describes common courses of action if an abnormal pap test is returned, and encourages women to bear in mind that an abnormal pap smear does not necessarily mean that a woman has cancer or precancerous cells.
Keywords: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC); women and health; women's health; pap test; vaginal health;

Should You Use Medication: For Immigrant Women

Publication type: 
Brochure / Leaflet / Pamphlet / Information Sheet
Agency: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC)
Date: 
1987
Pages: 
3
Collections: 
Vancouver Women’s Health Collective
Summary: 
A pamphlet, written in both English and Spanish, with information on getting access to good medical care from a doctor, how to properly take and handle medications, medication and pregnancy, and things to be concerned about when prescribed mood-altering drugs. The pamphlet suggests that women think carefully about their decision to rely on medication for treating illnesses that may have more to do with lifestyle, such as stress or poor diet.
Keywords: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC); women and health; women's health; medicine; doctors; pharmaceutical; patient's rights; pregnancy

Vancouver Women's Health Collective Orientation Evening

Publication type: 
Brochure / Leaflet / Pamphlet / Information Sheet
Agency: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC)
Date: 
1980s
Pages: 
1
Collections: 
Vancouver Women’s Health Collective
Summary: 
A leaflet inviting women to attend an orientation evening in order to get acquainted with the Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC), including their resource centre and the possibilities of doing health research or diaphragm and cervical cap fitting.
Keywords: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC); women and health; women's health; community-based health; volunteer; volunteerism; feminist organizations; women's health movement

Women's Health: A Noon Hour Series

Publication type: 
Brochure / Leaflet / Pamphlet / Information Sheet
Agency: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC)
Series: 
Self Help Workshops
Date: 
1980s
Pages: 
1
Collections: 
Vancouver Women’s Health Collective
Summary: 
A leaflet listing a series of noon-hour workshops on various topics related to women's health, including sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), birth control, abortion, DES exposure, fertility, premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and others. This series of workshops was a part of the VWHC's "self help workshops" series.
Keywords: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC); women and health; women's health; women's health movement; self-help; sexually transmitted diseases (STDs); birth control; abortion; DES exposure; fertility; pregnancy; premenstrual syndrome (PMS); health information dissemination; feminist organization; awareness raising; pro-choice; workshop

Endometriosis: A Personal Experience

Publication type: 
Poetry / Prose
Agency: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC)
Series: 
Estrogen Sensitive Conditions
Date: 
1985-06
Pages: 
7
Collections: 
Vancouver Women’s Health Collective
Summary: 
A personal essay detailing one woman's experience with endometriosis, conventional medical treatment, and alternative and complementary therapies for endometriosis and its symptoms. She discusses her experiences with acupuncture, massage, an herbalist, and her attempts to control pain and discomfort due to extended menstrual periods through nutritional changes and exercise.
Keywords: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC); women and health; women's health; endometriosis; herbal; alternative therapy; complementary therapy; medical services; menstruation

Adenomyosis

Publication type: 
Brochure / Leaflet / Pamphlet / Information Sheet
Agency: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC)
Series: 
Estrogen Sensitive Conditions
Date: 
1985-06
Pages: 
1
Collections: 
Vancouver Women’s Health Collective
Summary: 
A short pamphlet defining adenomyosis, a condition sometimes confused with endometriosis or fibroids. It includes limited information on symptoms and treatment of adenomyosis.
Keywords: 
Vancouver Women's Health Collective (VWHC); women and health; women's health; endometriosis; medicine;

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