Category: Fertility and Health
Sperm Counts – Why They Are Falling
A recent article in the Times newspaper by journalist Harry Wallop featured Concept’s Medical Director, Dr Kamal Ojha in a fascinating investigation into male fertility. Data shows that in this...
How Does Age Affect Male Fertility?
With regards to fertility, women have always had a clear cut-off point, commonly known as the menopause. Men, on the other hand, have never been given a rough age in...
Possible Treatment for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
When it comes to female infertility, the most common culprit is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. This condition affects 1 in 5 women, of whom 75% experience infertility. PCOS affects fertility by...
Does My Uterine Tract Tilt Affect My Fertility?
The uterus, also called the womb, is where a baby grows during pregnancy. It is shaped like a pear and joined to the walls of the pelvis by flexible ligaments...
Antihistamines Have Been linked to Fertility Problems in Men
Common allergy medications have been linked to fertility issues in men. Antihistamines are just another over the counter medication that can have a negative effect on fertility over time. An...
Easy Ways to Improve Your Health and Fertility
Maintaining a healthy diet, stable weight, and consistent exercise regime is incredibly important for your fertility and overall health. However, with long commutes, limited time, and increasing work hours it...
Study Shows Genes Affect Academic Performance More Than Schooling
Scientific analysis of over 5,000 students has shown that good exam results are down to genetics rather than attending selective schools. Researchers compared genetic differences between British students attending selective...
Sperm Tail Discovery Could Improve Fertility Treatments
Despite all of the research into fertility and reproduction, surprisingly little is known about the individual cell structures involved. The latest research into this area could lead to improvements in...
Paternal Stress Alters Sperm and Children’s Behaviour
The effect of stress on fertility and overall health has been well documented, but new studies have begun to unveil the extent of its impact. Stressed fathers may end up...
Increase Your Chances of Successful IVF with a Mediterranean Diet
Along with a team of researchers from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Harokopio University of Athens, Dr Nikos Yiannakouris has completed a study suggesting a link between...
Fertility of Daughters Could Be Affected by Gestational Use of Paracetamol
Exposure to paracetamol during pregnancy could reduce female fertility. Studies on rats and mice have shown that the drug can disrupt the reproductive development of females, which has an impact...
Ibuprofen may Increase Infertility Risks for Men
Men who regularly take high doses of ibuprofen may be risking their fertility, according to new research. Scientists studied healthy men between the ages of 18-35 to test the impact...
