Blood drives in Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park
      United Blood Services—Central Coast will offer the following local blood drives for next week. Another 2,538 units of blood are needed before the end of the month to maintain a healthy supply. 8 a.m. to noon, Fri., Dec. 22, Newbury Park Community Center, 2745 Teller Road, Newbur...
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When to ask a doctor about heavy periods
      How can a woman tell if she should see a doctor because of heavy menstrual periods? Thousand Oaks gynecologist Thomas Van Geem said periods that are irregular and heavy should be investigated by a doctor. Normal periods last three to four days, but if they last six to eight days and requi...
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