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Female Forward: Episode 10: When should you book your first gynae appointment?

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At what age should a girl or young woman first see a gynaecologist?

It's a question many parents — and young women themselves — aren't quite sure how to answer.

As part of our Women's Month focus, we're roping in the experts to fill in the blanks.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
11 Aug English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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