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Exposure to air pollution increases infertility risk, US study finds

Research shows common air pollutants can be detrimental to egg, sperm and embryo development

The Guardian - US

'You have to stop blaming you' - Michelle Yeoh opens up on the lifelong impact of infertility

Oscar winning actress Michelle Yeoh, shares the feelings of failure and sadness she carries, after infertility struggles left her childless.

Woman & Home

Joy: the story of IVF shows how women’s health and scientific contributions haven’t been taken seriously

Watching the Netflix film Joy has been a hugely emotional experience for me. The film is the story of the scientific endeavour to figure out in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) and the first baby to be born this way, Louise Joy Brown on 25 July 1978 at Oldham General Hospital in Manchester.

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‘Rachel had been ready to leave me if our IVF hadn’t worked’: writer Jack Thorne on how his family’s fertility struggles inspired his new film

The screenwriter behind hit TV dramas National Treasure and Kiri, as well as the Harry Potter stage play, talks about his new, more personal project created with his wife - a feature film, Joy, celebrating the birth of IVF

The Guardian - UK

‘I didn’t realise you could be born without a womb until it happened to me’

‘I asked the same question over and over again. I remember crying. I felt quite alone,’ Andreia Trigo says

The Independent UK

Is PCOS a hidden epidemic affecting women's fertility?

Polycystic ovary syndrome is another term used in describing many women of fertile age due to the resultant hormonal implications that make infertility a condition in many instances. Several women with the condition exhibit difficulty in becoming pregnant as a result, while numerous others do succeed in it. In this…

The Times of India

Man’s Reality Falls Apart As Fiancée’s Brother Asks Him How The Adoption Process Is Going

Dealing with infertility is in no way easy. Neither is talking about it. But it might be necessary to discuss with a partner you’re about to make a lifelong commitment to. The post Man’s Reality Falls Apart As Fiancée’s Brother Asks Him How The Adoption Process Is Going first appeared…

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Fertility Week: 6 myths around infertility debunked

To mark Fertility Week (November 4-8), Fertility Network UK reveals the truth behind some of the myths surrounding infertility. By Lisa Salmon.

The Independent UK

ITV newsreader reveals infertility made her feel ‘so guilty’

The broadcaster admitted she thought her husband would be ‘better off’ without her

The Independent UK

Why some women are taking a cold remedy to help them get pregnant – and what the evidence says

The desire to have our own biological children is hard-wired into many of us. And the desire is often felt more keenly in those struggling with infertility. So the promise of a simple solution is hard to ignore – which may be why “the Mucinex method” is trending on social…

The Conversation

Why aren’t we dealing with the last infertility taboo... it might be him?

When a heterosexual couple can’t conceive, the burden of blame is still frequently laid at the woman’s door. But as sperm counts drop globally and men increasingly feel like an afterthought in the fertility industry production line, these antiquated attitudes aren’t helping anyone, writes Helen Coffey

The Independent UK

Decoding the relation between PCOS and fertility in women

Affecting an estimated 8% to 13% of women of childbearing age worldwide, PCOS, or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, is one of the most common causes of infertility among women. The condition is caused by a hormonal imbalance characterized by the production of too many androgens, or male hormones. Although this hormonal…

The Times of India

Why early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in young women is crucial

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects women during their reproductive years, disrupting the normal functioning of the ovaries. This condition leads to a range of symptoms, including irregular periods, excess hair growth, and fertility problems, all caused by the overproduction of androgens (male hormones). According to…

The Times of India

Yoga’s role in fertility: Finding balance in a high-stress world

Keeping one's physical and mental health in check is crucial in the fast-paced world we live in. Infertility is among the health problems that are on the rise due to modern lifestyles, which are defined by excessive screen time, bad nutrition, and little exercise. This problem impacts both genders, highlighting…

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PCOS leads to diabetes, inflammation and infertility

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine gland illnesses in women, with an incidence range from 10% to 20 % in India. Patients experiencing PCOS experience issues involving irregular menstrual periods, hirsutism, acne, being overweight, and infertility. Long-term, low-grade inflammation has emerged as a crucial factor…

The Times of India

Traffic noises may have this dangerous impact on the health of both men and women

Infertility is a major health concern these days. From the impact of gadgets and radiation to getting exposed to invisible contaminants, human beings are vulnerable to the hazardous impacts of these toxic elements. One in every seven couples is facing infertility issues globally. Among the several known risk factors of…

Medical Daily

Air Pollution Impacts Male Fertility, Noise Harms Female Reproductive Health: Study Warns

The study revealed that long-term exposure to particulate matter from air pollution adversely affects male fertility, and noise pollution poses a significant threat to female reproductive health in women over 35.

The Conversation

A new study has linked traffic noise and pollution to infertility - but the effects differed for men and women

Roughly one in six people are affected by infertility worldwide.

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The Guardian - UK

Air pollution harms male fertility while women face similar risk from noise, study finds

Environmental pollutants may have different effects on male and female reproduction, research in BMJ suggests

The Independent UK

Air and noise pollution linked to higher risk of infertility, study finds

Air pollution has greater impact on men while noise pollution more significantly affects women, study says

Salon

Politicians destigmatizing infertility

Infertility is at the forefront of this election season, helping people who have gone through it feel seen

Fortune

Aetna expands access to fertility services, becoming first major insurer to cover IUI

The move was "yet another demonstration of Aetna’s commitment to women’s health across all communities," said the insurer.

The Independent UK

Tim Walz has described his family's IVF experience. His wife says they used a different procedure

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee for vice president, is facing fresh scrutiny for how he's described his family's struggle with infertility

The Times of India

Journalist shares infertility issue after Blake Lively's 'little bump' jibe: 'It felt like a bullet'

Journalist Kjersti Flaa, who has gone viral for sharing her 'nightmare' 2016 interview with Blake Lively, has now hit headlines after she opened up about her struggles with infertility.

The Independent UK

Blake Lively interviewer reveals she was struggling with infertility during ‘traumatizing’ press junket

Norwegian journalist Kjersti Flaa said Lively’s behavior made her feel like a ‘complete failure’

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