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20% of Variation in BMI is Down to Genetics
As obesity rates rise throughout the west, researchers are struggling to find the reason behind the change and discover how it can be curbed. A recent meta-analysis of 200,000...
How Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Affects Fertility
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects the hormonal pathways that produce eggs and prepare the uterus for pregnancy, meaning that it can be a challenge for women with PCOS to become...
Early Menopause and IVF
Around 6% of British women suffer unexplained early menopause, giving them much greater risks of heart attack, stroke, and bone disease while make it much harder to conceive at...
7 Tips to Improve Your Chances of Pregnancy
While fertility research is developing new and exciting treatments as time goes on, it’s important to do whatever you can to increase your chances of becoming pregnant and carrying...
‘3 Parent Babies’ Approved by MPs
British MPs have made a historic move and approved what the media are calling ‘3 parent babies’ in a free vote of 382 in favour versus 128 against. The technique...
Fertility Treatments are Denied by NHS to Save Money
The government’s NHS care watchdog has found that women throughout England are being denied fertility treatments and NICE recommended care because NHS trusts need to cut costs. Previous studies have...
How to Support a Friend Undergoing IVF
Infertility can be incredibly stressful and put a strain on romantic and platonic relationships. While IVF is an excellent option, the hormones involved and anticipation can make women tired...
Breast Cancer Patients Consistently Miss out on Fertility Care
A UK Charity has found that 5,000 young breast cancer patients are not being offered treatments to preserve their fertility. Survival rates for breast cancer are increasing consistently and...
Women Over 35 Should Get Fertility Checks
A major London fertility clinic has stated that all women aged 35 or over should have their fertility checked and consider freezing their eggs if they would like to conceive....
Fertility? There’s an App for That
The right apps can help track progress, understand your treatments, and keep track of your cycles, even setting reminders and providing tips to give you the best chance of conceiving....
Is the Fertility Industry Sexist?
While the quality and coverage of fertility treatments differs according to provider and postcode, the industry has recently come under fire for not taking men’s fertility as seriously as women’s....
The Role of Folic Acid in Pregnancy
Folic acid (known as Vitamin B9 or folate) is a food supplement that is not synthesized in natural circumstances. Folic acid primarily aids the repair of DNA and the production...
