Infertility Stories
The long-term health risks of using assisted reproductive technology, usually in-vitro fertilization (IVF), are believed to be minimal though research is still on-going.
Mosaic embryos, which contain both normal and abnormal cells, carry risks but also offer hope to IVF patients who may not have other options.
In a study of more than 100 men, researchers from Spain found eating 60 grams of mixed nuts every day improved sperm count and quality.
When was the last time you took a TSH test, which measures the level of thyroid hormones in your body? An underactive thyroid can result in various health complications if left untreated for a long period.
A low sperm count, typically linked to metabolic abnormalities and low testosterone, can provide the opportunity for health assessment and disease prevention.
Young women might have trouble getting regular periods if they breathe a lot of air pollution.
A surrogate refused a baby’s parents’ wish for an abortion after finding out the unborn boy had a heart defect. Now she is calling on people to love them for their decision ultimately to "choose life."
Scientists have found a link between weight and a woman’s risk for starting menopause early.
A household chemical found in furniture, carpet and gym mats may be a culprit in lowering a woman's fertility.
Ovarian tissue freezing has been around since the late 1990s, and doctors believe it should now be a mainstream option.
On World No Tobacco Day, we're reminded of the long-term health effects of smoking; it can even harm our ability to get pregnant long after we quit.
Australian researchers explored why older women have a greater chance of miscarriage and having a baby with birth defects.