Pharmacist John Wilks looks at the development of the birth control pill and other contraceptive methods - and their often underpublicized side effects. He separates the myths and realities, and paints a remarkable picture of the world of pharmaceuticals - a world that is surprisingly political in nature.
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"It is must reading for all who are interested in the broad subject of oral contraception: morally, ethically and/or scientifically." -- Bernard Nathanson, M.D.
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John Wilks is enjoying worldwide attention for this volume's scientific precision about various forms of contraception, presented in simple, easy-to-understand language.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is essential reading for everyone.,
By Paul L. Hayes, M.D.(MarysPaul@aol.com) (Lincoln, Nebraska) - See all my reviews
This review is from: A Consumer's Guide to the Pill and Other Drugs (Mass Market Paperback)
This book contains essential information for anyone who would prescribe, use or research oral contraceptives. As a physician, I have found this book to contain all of the necessary information required to make a truly informed decision about oral contaceptives and other similar medications. This information is either ignored by the general public, but usually buried by the pharmaceutical companies in technical jargon that the average person finds impossible to understand. Mr. Wilks' book cuts through all of this and presents all of the information about these drugs; their risks, side-effects and complications, in an easy to read format that cannot be found anywhere else. Professionals and consumers alike will find this book extremely informative and probably more than a little disturbing, as the truth about these drugs is seldom told.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
No one can afford to miss this book!,
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This review is from: A Consumer's Guide to the Pill and Other Drugs (Mass Market Paperback)
I have made this book required reading for my students when I started teaching Medical Ethics here at the university. Most of my students and colleagues (both groups include nurses, doctors, med. students, P.A.'s, etc.) are astounded by what they learn from this book. It's tragic that almost no one is telling women about the inherent dangers of the Pill. Likewise, I think it is criminal that most "HIV education programs" on college campuses do not include Wilks' information on condoms and spermicides. He shows that counting on latex to save your life or prevent pregnancy is a dangerous illusion. Also, he makes clear that HPV (the most common, communicable and deadly viral STD) is transmitted even when condoms are used "correctly and consistently" (even assuming the latter criteria were actually attainable!). This book can save lives. It is must-reading for health professionals, guidance counselors, teachers, parents. I can't wait for a third edition!
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
best single source of true info on Pill & other abortifacnts,
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This review is from: A Consumer's Guide to the Pill and Other Drugs (Mass Market Paperback)
Having read volumes on the subject and having a doctorate in pharmacology, I highly recommend this tome of wisdom from Dr Wilks. He has with over 1000 references silenced the critics of the Pill and other common abortifacients masquerading as "contraceptives". He has also laid out carefully and with precision all the devastating side effects from these powerful steroids which are wrecking havoc on women all over the globe, especially on poor Third World women who have little or no access to support health services.
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