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About bettykuffel

Author and retired ER physician with broad interests in writing, flying, photography, stargazing and outdoor life. Dr. Kuffel has published eight books, across genres, available at numerous retail sites. Writing projects include: multiple medical thrillers, a true crime, novels and two nonfiction medical guides. She lives in MT with husband Tom, two dogs and neighborhood deer.

ACTIVISM IN AMERICA

Posted on April 29, 2017 by bettykuffel

Activism for me began on a freezing day in January, the day following Donald J. Trump’s inauguration. My friend Gina and I drove two hundred miles to march for human rights. We joined 10,000 women, men, and children of all … Continue reading →

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March Sunrise

Posted on March 19, 2017 by bettykuffel

It’s been a long winter. I’m just sure there are daffodils beneath the two feet of snow we have remaining. The Prius has been buried for months and is finally melting out from beneath the white layer. We have been … Continue reading →

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GO RED FOR WOMEN

Posted on February 3, 2017 by bettykuffel
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GASLIGHTING

Posted on January 28, 2017 by bettykuffel

 This morning I decided to republish this blog. I hear “gaslighting” more each day on the media. I think we all need to realize we are being gaslighted. We are being manipulated by repeated lies and persistent denial. Gaslighting? Have … Continue reading →

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JANUARY WRITER WORKSHOP IN WHITEFISH

Posted on January 14, 2017 by bettykuffel

Winter 6-week Writing Workshop Here is your opportunity to get a jump-start on your writing this year.    Join Keith and Sue in Whitefish. Begins next week! Betty Led by Keith Liggett (bio below) The workshop format is similar to … Continue reading →

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A Short History of Birth Control in the US

Posted on November 4, 2016 by bettykuffel

An Excerpt from Birth Control 2016 A Short History of Birth Control in the United States Then and Nowhttp://tinyurl.com/BirthControl-2016 THEN In 1848, a conference attracted three-hundred women and men who met to gain women the right to vote. It took … Continue reading →

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Update on Birth Control and STDs

Posted on October 3, 2016 by bettykuffel

Essential Information for Men and Women Birth Control 2016 A quick-read reference that could save your life During years of providing healthcare as an emergency physician I found both men and women lacked important information related to sexual health and … Continue reading →

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A Woman’s Right to Birth Control

Posted on October 1, 2016 by bettykuffel

Feminist Margaret Higgins Sanger was born in 1879. She fought for women’s rights throughout her life and coined the term birth control. Her close view of the plight of women began at home. Her mother had eighteen pregnancies and died … Continue reading →

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A Woman’s Right and Responsibility

Posted on September 30, 2016 by bettykuffel

A vote for Hillary is a vote for women’s rights. Continue reading →

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Posted on June 2, 2016 by bettykuffel

Chocolate, Wine and a Good Book Grouse Mountain Lodge Saturday June 4th 2016 5-9 pm   Sponsored by: Whitefish Library Association Whitefish Community Foundation  Please join local authors at this book event! Refreshments, sparkling beverages, decadent chocolate and opportunities to … Continue reading →

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