In some cultures and religions, birth control/contraception is not accepted. Many cultures believe that it is giving people a reason to have premarital sex. Many people believe that it is like having an abortion. Some people think that a child is a gift from God and that we should not prevent ourselves from having them.
I personally believe that contraception is a person's right and personal decision because a married couple may not be financially stable or ready for a child. I rather someone prevent themselves from having a child rather than have one and not take proper care of the child. I understand that many cultures have their beliefs and I totally respect that.
In my family, birth control/contraception is accepted because they do not want me or any other family members to have children that we are not able to care for properly. They do not condone premarital sex but they feel if it happens then we should use protection as well as contraception to prevent diseases and premature motherhood.

Blog #4

When I went through menarche, I was 10 years old and in the fifth grade. I was very surprised when it happened and I was in denial. I felt ashamed, embarrassed, and scared because I did not know how to handle it. I was very embarrassed because my whole family found out. It was not a positive experience nor a negative experience for me personally. My family was very happy about it. I felt ashamed because my friends went through menarche at a later age than I did. Even though I learned about the menarche in elementary school, I still felt very unprepared.
I feel that educating girls about their body is very important because many times we do not understand how a woman's body functions.Today I feel that going through menarche is a gift because without it we would not be able to bear children.

Blog # 3

I would rate my preventive practice a 9 out of 10 because I practice many of the preventive methods that were listed on page 84 of the book. I feel that I can improve my overall health by exercising regularly at least four times a week and eating a more balanced diet. If I improve these two things in my lifestyle I would be a much healthier person because I would not get sick as often. I also would not develop the many diseases that result from poor diet and exercise. I already implement getting adequate amounts of sleep, avoiding the use of tobacco/drug use, using alcohol in moderation, wearing my seat belt, not driving under the influence of alcohol, not riding with someone under the influence of alcohol, resolving conflicts in a nonviolent manner, and receiving routine preventive care yearly from my health care provider. I have small areas that I need to improve that I am currently working on because high blood pressure is in my family medical history. If I can get my exercising and diet under control, I will be at less risk for diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. I am happy to see that I answered "Yes" to majority of the preventive practices because it shows me that I am on my way to healthier living.

Blog # 2

Blog#2
Do you believe that access to healthcare is a right or privilege?

I believe that access to healthcare is a right. It breaks my heart when I see sick people who cannot afford treatment because they do not have healthcare. I believe it is especially important for children to have health care because they have no control over having healthcare or not having healthcare. I think that everyone is equal and deserve the right to have healthcare whether they can afford it or not so that everyone has a fair chance at a healthy life. When people do not have healthcare it increases their risks of many different preventable diseases. Many people who do not have healthcare will not go for routine check-ups like someone with healthcare because of their inability to pay for their doctor’s visit. If everyone was provided healthcare no matter their socioeconomic status, race, religion, or employment status, then I truly believe that there would be healthier people with healthier lifestyles.