Topic: Melinda-Gates

Contraception Prevents Pregnancy…And Saves 250,000 Lives A Year

Contraception Prevents Pregnancy...And Saves 250,000 Lives A Year

Hooray, more support for Melinda Gates’ contraceptive planning! New research estimates that contraceptive use saves the lives of more than a quarter of a million women each year. That’s right: condoms, birth control pills, IUDs, etc do more than just prevent unwanted babies: they actually save women’s lives all over the world, especially in developing countries. More »

Flu Shot Gallery: 10 Celebrities Who Are For and Against Vaccinations

Flu Shot Gallery: 10 Celebrities Who Are For and Against Vaccinations

It was recently reported that one in three Americans have been vaccinated for the flu. While that’s on par with the number of seasonal flu vaccinations in the past, many doctors are hoping that the number will increase before the flu season peaks between January and March. But why listen to doctors when there are so many celebrities willing to inform us about the pros and cons of vaccinations? Save yourself the trouble of waiting in a crowded medical clinic or trying to find time in your schedule for a doctor’s appointment. Instead, if you’re not sure what your stance on immunizations is – and don’t limit your opinion to just flu shots – look to these celebrities for guidance: More »