Actions Taken On Women's Health Related Legislation In California, Colorado, Ohio

The following highlights recent state news about women's health-related legislation.

• California: The Assembly Transportation Committee voted 13-1 on Monday to reject a bill ( AB 1940 ) that would have allowed some pregnant women to use parking in spaces reserved for disabled, San Jose Mercury News reports. Under bill, sponsored by Assembly member Chuck DeVore ( R ) , women would be considered " temporarily disabled " from their third trimester of pregnancy until two months after delivering an infant. The bill would have required state Department of Motor Vehicles to issue five-month disabled parking permits for women. Several committee Republicans said the measure was unnecessary because current law allows a physician to request DMV to issue a temporarily disabled parking permit to pregnant women experiencing problems that affect their mobility. DeVore said male committee members " have not a clue what their spouses went through " when walking long distances in parking lots in their final trimester or immediately after childbirth. DeVore's bill was similar to a measure that failed four years ago. That bill was criticized by disabled advocates, who said it would worsen disabled parking shortage, and women's rights advocates, who disagreed with calling pregnancy a disability ( Garcia, San Jose Mercury News , 3/25 ) .
  
  
• Colorado: The Senate on Monday gave preliminary approval to a bill ( SB 192 ) that would prohibit protesters, including those protesting abortion rights, from camping in front of private homes, AP/Summit Daily News reports. The measure would require that protesters continuously walk in a 300-foot route and would prohibit protesters from carrying signs larger than six square feet. Antiabortion advocates have been protesting outside the homes of construction executives who have been building a Planned Parenthood clinic in Denver since last fall. Sen. Steve Ward ( R ) , who is co-sponsoring the measure, said he didn't introduce bill in response to the antiabortion protesters, even though it would apply to them ( AP/Summit Daily News , 3/24 ) . The bill passed by voice vote after its second reading and faces another Senate vote before moving to the House, Denver Post reports ( Denver Post , 3/25 ) .
  
  
• Ohio: Gov. Ted Strickland ( D ) on Friday signed into law a bill ( HB 314 ) that'll require physicians to offer a woman seeking an abortion the option of viewing an ultrasound image of her fetus before undergoing the procedure, Associated Press reports ( Associated Press , 3/24 ) . If woman decides to have an ultrasound, physician would be required to show her " active ultrasound image of the embryo or fetus, " as well as provide woman with a physical picture of the ultrasound image ( Daily Women's Health Policy Report , 12/14/07 ) . The law will go into effect 90 days from Friday ( Associated Press , 3/24 ) .

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What you have to know buying Tenormin.

Tenormin: uses Tenormin is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain ( angina ) and high blood pressure. It's also used after an acute heart attack to improve survival. High blood pressure reduction helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems.

Tenormin works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body such as epinephrine on the heart and blood vessels. This results in a lowering of the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Tenormin: how to use Take Tenormin by mouth, usually once daily; or as directed by your doctor. Use Tenormin regularly in order to get most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at same time each day.

Tenormin is not effective if we use it only when chest pain or a migraine headache occurs. It's very important to take this medication regularly as prescribed to help prevent these conditions.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. It may take one or two weeks before the full benefit of Tenormin takes effect. It is important to continue taking Tenormin even if we feel well. Most people with high blood pressure don't feel sick.

Don't suddenly stop taking Tenormin without consulting your doctor. Your condition may become worse when drug is suddenly stopped. Refer to the Warning section.

Tenormin: other used This section contains uses of Tenormin that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use Tenormin for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.

Tenormin may also be used for irregular heartbeats, heart failure, migraine headache prevention, tremors and other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Tenormin: side effects We may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, tiredness, nausea, diarrhea, unusual dreams, leg pain, or vision problems as your body adjusts to medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Tenormin may reduce blood flow to your hands and feet, causing them to feel cold. Smoking may worsen this effect. Dress warmly and avoid tobacco use.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed Tenormin because he or she has judged that benefit to we is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using Tenormin don't have serious side effects.

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This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If we notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Tenormin: precautions Before taking Tenormin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other beta-blockers ( e. g. , metoprolol, propranolol ) ; or if you have any other allergies.

Tenormin shouldn't be used if we have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have:

Before using Tenormin, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that we are taking Tenormin.

If you have diabetes, Tenormin may mask fast/pounding heartbeat we would usually feel when your blood sugar level falls too low ( hypoglycemia ) . Other symptoms of a low blood sugar level such as dizziness or sweating are unaffected by Tenormin.

Tenormin may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages.

To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a seated or lying position.

Tenormin should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks ( e. g. , low birth weight ) and benefits with your doctor.

Tenormin passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Tenormin: interactions Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for it. Don't start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.

Before using Tenormin, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products we may use, especially of:

Check the labels on all your medicines ( e. g. , cough-and-cold products, diet aids ) because they may contain ingredients that could increase your heart rate or blood pressure. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products.

This document doesn't contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using Tenormin, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all products we use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.

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