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		Research article Female reproductive tract infections: understandings and care seeking behaviour among women of reproductive age in Lagos, Nigeria Kabiru A Rabiu, Adeniyi A Adewunmi, Fatimat M Akinlusi, Oluwarotimi I Akinola BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:8 (23 March 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article The use of complementary and alternative medicine by women experiencing menopausal symptoms in Bologna Francesco Cardini, Grazia Lesi, Flavia Lombardo, Corinne van der Sluijs, MSCG - Menopause Survey Collaborative Group BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:7 (27 February 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article New paradigm old thinking: the case for emergency obstetric care in the prevention of maternal mortality in Nigeria Kayode T Ijadunola, Macellina Y Ijadunola, Olapeju A Esimai, Titilayo C Abiona BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:6 (17 February 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Preconception care of women with diabetes: a review of current guideline recommendations Maimunah Mahmud, Danielle Mazza BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:5 (31 January 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Perceived control over condom use among sex workers in Madagascar: a cohort study Audrey Pettifor, Abigail Turner, Teresa Swezey, Maria Khan, Mbolatiana SM Raharinivo, Bodo Randrianasolo, Ana Penman-Aguilar, Kathleen Van Damme, Denise J Jamieson, Frieda Behets BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:4 (28 January 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Measuring the barriers against seeking consultation for urinary incontinence among Middle Eastern women Ahmed S El-Azab, Omar M Shaaban BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:3 (27 January 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article The prevalence, incidence and risk factors of herpes simplex virus type 2 infection among pregnant Zimbabwean women followed up nine months after childbirth Marshall W Munjoma, Edith N Kurewa, Munyaradzi P Mapingure, Grace V Mashavave, Mike Z Chirenje, Simbarashe Rusakaniko, Akhtar Hussain, Babill Stray-Pedersen BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:2 (12 January 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Menopause status and attitudes in a Turkish midlife female population: an epidemiological study Unal Ayranci, Ozgul Orsal, Ozlem Orsal, Gul Arslan, Dursun Emeksiz BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:1 (11 January 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Prediction of breast self-examination in a sample of Iranian women: an application of the Health Belief Model Sedigheh Tavafian, Laleh Hasani, Teamur Aghamolaei, Shahram Zare, David Gregory BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:37 (29 December 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Overdiagnosis in organised mammography screening in Denmark. A comparative study Karsten J Jørgensen, Per-Henrik Zahl, Peter C Gøtzsche BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:36 (22 December 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Study protocol The INeS study: prevention of multiple pregnancies: a randomised controlled trial comparing IUI COH versus IVF e SET versus MNC IVF in couples with unexplained or mild male subfertility Alexandra J Bensdorp, Els Slappendel, Carolien Koks, Jur Oosterhuis, Annemieke Hoek, Peter Hompes, Frank Broekmans, Harold Verhoeve, Jan de Bruin, Janne van Weert, Maaike Traas, Jacques Maas, Nicole Beckers, Sjoerd Repping, Ben W Mol, Fulco van der Veen, Madelon van Wely BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:35 (18 December 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Commentary The overdiagnosis nightmare: a time for caution Stefano Ciatto BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:34 (16 December 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Breast cancer in kurdish women of northern Iraq: incidence, clinical stage, and case control analysis of parity and family risk Runnak A Majid, Hazha A Mohammed, Heshu M Saeed, Banaz M Safar, Rekawt M Rashid, Michael D Hughson BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:33 (11 December 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Physical activity patterns during pregnancy through postpartum Katja Borodulin, Kelly R Evenson, Amy H Herring BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:32 (19 November 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary North Carolina women reported falling physical activity from second to third pregnancy trimesters, with increases three months after giving birth, but as most activities were low intensity they were unlikely to give health benefits.
		Research article The effect of past use of oral contraceptive on bone mineral density, bone biochemical markers and muscle strength in healthy pre and post menopausal women Fadoua Allali, Laila El Mansouri, Fatima Abourazzak, Linda Ichchou, Hamza Khazzani, Loubna Bennani, Redouane Abouqal, Najia Hajjaj-Hassouni BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:31 (3 November 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Past use of oral contraception does not affect women's bone mineral density, but it decreases bone turnover in pre-menopausal women and improves physical performance in those taking it for over 10 years.
		Research article Suboptimal management of severe menopausal symptoms by Nigerian Gynaecologists: a call for mandatory continuing medical education for physicians Peter O Nkwo BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:30 (23 October 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Age at menarche and the menstrual pattern of secondary school adolescents in northwest Ethiopia Desalegn Zegeye, Berihun Megabiaw, Abay Mulu BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:29 (5 October 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Complications associated with transobturator sling procedures: analysis of 233 consecutive cases with a 27 months follow-up Isabelle Kaelin-Gambirasio, Sandrine Jacob, Michel Boulvain, Jean-Bernard Dubuisson, Patrick Dällenbach BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:28 (25 September 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| 1 comment
		Research article Factors affecting awareness of emergency contraception among college students in Kathmandu, Nepal Ramesh Adhikari BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:27 (17 September 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Awareness of emergency contraception in college students in the Kathmandu Valley is generally low and varies significantly according to sex, age, district and educational background, highlighting the continued importance of sex education programs.
		Research article Group treatments for sensitive health care problems: a randomised controlled trial of group versus individual physiotherapy sessions for female urinary incontinence SE Lamb, J Pepper, R Lall, EC Jørstad-Stein, MD Clark, L Hill, J Fereday-Smith BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:26 (14 September 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Group versus individual sessions delivered by a physiotherapist for female urinary incontinence: an interview study with women attending group sessions nested within a randomised controlled trial Frances Griffiths, Jo Pepper, Ellen C Jørstad-Stein, Jan Smith, Lesley Hill, Sarah Lamb BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:25 (10 September 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Study protocol Protocol for Physiotherapy OR Tvt Randomised Efficacy Trial (PORTRET): a multicentre randomised controlled trial to assess the cost-effectiveness of the tension free vaginal tape versus pelvic floor muscle training in women with symptomatic moderate to severe stress urinary incontinence Julien Labrie, Yolanda van der Graaf, Eric Buskens, Stella ESM Tiersma, Huub CH van der Vaart BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:24 (1 September 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Reproductive and family planning history, knowledge, and needs: A community survey of low-income women in Beijing, China Hong He, Truls Østbye, Anne K Daltveit BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:23 (10 August 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Study protocol Protocol for the value of urodynamics prior to stress incontinence surgery (VUSIS) study: a multicenter randomized controlled trial to assess the cost effectiveness of urodynamics in women with symptoms of stress urinary incontinence in whom surgical treatment is considered Sanne AL van Leijsen, Kirsten B Kluivers, Ben Mol, Suzan R Broekhuis, Fred L Milani, C Huub Vaart, Jan-Paul WR Roovers, Marlies Y Bongers, Jan den Boon, Wilbert A Spaans, Jan de Leeuw, Viviane Dietz, Jan H Kleinjan, Hans AM Brölmann, Eveline J Roos, Judith Schaafstra, John PFA Heesakkers, Mark E Vierhout BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:22 (21 July 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Pattern recognition in menstrual bleeding diaries by statistical cluster analysis Christoph Gerlinger, Jens Wessel, Gerd Kallischnigg, Jan Endrikat BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:21 (16 July 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed

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		Research article Female reproductive tract infections: understandings and care seeking behaviour among women of reproductive age in Lagos, Nigeria Kabiru A Rabiu, Adeniyi A Adewunmi, Fatimat M Akinlusi, Oluwarotimi I Akinola BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:8 (23 March 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article The use of complementary and alternative medicine by women experiencing menopausal symptoms in Bologna Francesco Cardini, Grazia Lesi, Flavia Lombardo, Corinne van der Sluijs, MSCG - Menopause Survey Collaborative Group BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:7 (27 February 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article New paradigm old thinking: the case for emergency obstetric care in the prevention of maternal mortality in Nigeria Kayode T Ijadunola, Macellina Y Ijadunola, Olapeju A Esimai, Titilayo C Abiona BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:6 (17 February 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Preconception care of women with diabetes: a review of current guideline recommendations Maimunah Mahmud, Danielle Mazza BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:5 (31 January 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Perceived control over condom use among sex workers in Madagascar: a cohort study Audrey Pettifor, Abigail Turner, Teresa Swezey, Maria Khan, Mbolatiana SM Raharinivo, Bodo Randrianasolo, Ana Penman-Aguilar, Kathleen Van Damme, Denise J Jamieson, Frieda Behets BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:4 (28 January 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Measuring the barriers against seeking consultation for urinary incontinence among Middle Eastern women Ahmed S El-Azab, Omar M Shaaban BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:3 (27 January 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article The prevalence, incidence and risk factors of herpes simplex virus type 2 infection among pregnant Zimbabwean women followed up nine months after childbirth Marshall W Munjoma, Edith N Kurewa, Munyaradzi P Mapingure, Grace V Mashavave, Mike Z Chirenje, Simbarashe Rusakaniko, Akhtar Hussain, Babill Stray-Pedersen BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:2 (12 January 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Menopause status and attitudes in a Turkish midlife female population: an epidemiological study Unal Ayranci, Ozgul Orsal, Ozlem Orsal, Gul Arslan, Dursun Emeksiz BMC Women's Health 2010, 10:1 (11 January 2010) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Prediction of breast self-examination in a sample of Iranian women: an application of the Health Belief Model Sedigheh Tavafian, Laleh Hasani, Teamur Aghamolaei, Shahram Zare, David Gregory BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:37 (29 December 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Overdiagnosis in organised mammography screening in Denmark. A comparative study Karsten J Jørgensen, Per-Henrik Zahl, Peter C Gøtzsche BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:36 (22 December 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Study protocol The INeS study: prevention of multiple pregnancies: a randomised controlled trial comparing IUI COH versus IVF e SET versus MNC IVF in couples with unexplained or mild male subfertility Alexandra J Bensdorp, Els Slappendel, Carolien Koks, Jur Oosterhuis, Annemieke Hoek, Peter Hompes, Frank Broekmans, Harold Verhoeve, Jan de Bruin, Janne van Weert, Maaike Traas, Jacques Maas, Nicole Beckers, Sjoerd Repping, Ben W Mol, Fulco van der Veen, Madelon van Wely BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:35 (18 December 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Commentary The overdiagnosis nightmare: a time for caution Stefano Ciatto BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:34 (16 December 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Breast cancer in kurdish women of northern Iraq: incidence, clinical stage, and case control analysis of parity and family risk Runnak A Majid, Hazha A Mohammed, Heshu M Saeed, Banaz M Safar, Rekawt M Rashid, Michael D Hughson BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:33 (11 December 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
		Research article Physical activity patterns during pregnancy through postpartum Katja Borodulin, Kelly R Evenson, Amy H Herring BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:32 (19 November 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary North Carolina women reported falling physical activity from second to third pregnancy trimesters, with increases three months after giving birth, but as most activities were low intensity they were unlikely to give health benefits.
		Research article The effect of past use of oral contraceptive on bone mineral density, bone biochemical markers and muscle strength in healthy pre and post menopausal women Fadoua Allali, Laila El Mansouri, Fatima Abourazzak, Linda Ichchou, Hamza Khazzani, Loubna Bennani, Redouane Abouqal, Najia Hajjaj-Hassouni BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:31 (3 November 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Past use of oral contraception does not affect women's bone mineral density, but it decreases bone turnover in pre-menopausal women and improves physical performance in those taking it for over 10 years.
		Research article Suboptimal management of severe menopausal symptoms by Nigerian Gynaecologists: a call for mandatory continuing medical education for physicians Peter O Nkwo BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:30 (23 October 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Age at menarche and the menstrual pattern of secondary school adolescents in northwest Ethiopia Desalegn Zegeye, Berihun Megabiaw, Abay Mulu BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:29 (5 October 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Complications associated with transobturator sling procedures: analysis of 233 consecutive cases with a 27 months follow-up Isabelle Kaelin-Gambirasio, Sandrine Jacob, Michel Boulvain, Jean-Bernard Dubuisson, Patrick Dällenbach BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:28 (25 September 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| 1 comment
		Research article Factors affecting awareness of emergency contraception among college students in Kathmandu, Nepal Ramesh Adhikari BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:27 (17 September 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Awareness of emergency contraception in college students in the Kathmandu Valley is generally low and varies significantly according to sex, age, district and educational background, highlighting the continued importance of sex education programs.
		Research article Group treatments for sensitive health care problems: a randomised controlled trial of group versus individual physiotherapy sessions for female urinary incontinence SE Lamb, J Pepper, R Lall, EC Jørstad-Stein, MD Clark, L Hill, J Fereday-Smith BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:26 (14 September 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Group versus individual sessions delivered by a physiotherapist for female urinary incontinence: an interview study with women attending group sessions nested within a randomised controlled trial Frances Griffiths, Jo Pepper, Ellen C Jørstad-Stein, Jan Smith, Lesley Hill, Sarah Lamb BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:25 (10 September 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Study protocol Protocol for Physiotherapy OR Tvt Randomised Efficacy Trial (PORTRET): a multicentre randomised controlled trial to assess the cost-effectiveness of the tension free vaginal tape versus pelvic floor muscle training in women with symptomatic moderate to severe stress urinary incontinence Julien Labrie, Yolanda van der Graaf, Eric Buskens, Stella ESM Tiersma, Huub CH van der Vaart BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:24 (1 September 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Reproductive and family planning history, knowledge, and needs: A community survey of low-income women in Beijing, China Hong He, Truls Østbye, Anne K Daltveit BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:23 (10 August 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Study protocol Protocol for the value of urodynamics prior to stress incontinence surgery (VUSIS) study: a multicenter randomized controlled trial to assess the cost effectiveness of urodynamics in women with symptoms of stress urinary incontinence in whom surgical treatment is considered Sanne AL van Leijsen, Kirsten B Kluivers, Ben Mol, Suzan R Broekhuis, Fred L Milani, C Huub Vaart, Jan-Paul WR Roovers, Marlies Y Bongers, Jan den Boon, Wilbert A Spaans, Jan de Leeuw, Viviane Dietz, Jan H Kleinjan, Hans AM Brölmann, Eveline J Roos, Judith Schaafstra, John PFA Heesakkers, Mark E Vierhout BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:22 (21 July 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
		Research article Pattern recognition in menstrual bleeding diaries by statistical cluster analysis Christoph Gerlinger, Jens Wessel, Gerd Kallischnigg, Jan Endrikat BMC Women's Health 2009, 9:21 (16 July 2009) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed