by Kate Silverman
When a young Orthodox Jewish girl opens the chapter of dating, she first focuses on finding ‘Mr. Right,’ as does every young woman. But, as time goes by, the question of ‘when will I …
Month: October 2013
IUD Won’t Hurt Future Fertility, Study Contends
Intrauterine devices, commonly known as IUDs, do not impair women’s future fertility, according to a new study.
ASRM: Male Phthalate Levels Linked to Lower Fecundability
Male concentrations of phthalates correlate with diminished couple fecundability, while increased maternal conjugated bisphenol A (BPA) levels correlate with miscarriage, according to two studies presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, held from Oct. 12 to 17 in Boston.
Improving IVF Is Focus at ASRM, IFFS Meeting
When it comes to oocyte retrieval for in vitro fertilization (IVF), 15 may be the sweet spot, and mitochondrial DNA may help predict which embryos will take hold and lead to pregnancies, researchers reported in Boston at the joint meeting of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the International Federation of Fertility Societies.
Many women with Cancer Not Told About Impaired Fertility Risk
Less than half of all women of child-bearing age who are diagnosed with cancer discuss with their physicians the potential effects of cancer therapy on fertility, and even fewer are referred to reproductive specialists, investigators reported at the conjoint meeting of the International Federation of Fertility Societies and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.
Positive Results of Phase 3 Trial of 1-Year Contraceptive Vaginal Ring Presented
Today, the Population Council presented findings from a Phase 3 clinical trial that was designed to demonstrate the safety, efficacy, and acceptability of the Council’s investigational one-year contraceptive vaginal ring (CVR). The results were presented during an oral session at the 69th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine.
Use of Donor Sperm by Lesbians Rises in Canada, Study Finds
Use of donor sperm by lesbian couples increased significantly after gay marriage was legalized in the province of Ontario, Canada, a new study finds.
Trying for a baby? Get Seven Hours Sleep Every Night and Go to Bed and Get Up at the Same Time Each Day
Women trying for a baby could drastically improve their chances of conceiving if they sleep for between seven and eight hours a night, researchers claim.
ASRM: Vasectomy Timing Associated With Financial Crisis
Men considering a vasectomy after the financial crisis in 2008 had significantly fewer children compared with men considering the procedure before the crisis, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, held from Oct. 12 to 17 in Boston.
ASRM: Vasectomy Timing Associated With Financial Crisis
Men considering a vasectomy after the financial crisis in 2008 had significantly fewer children compared with men considering the procedure before the crisis, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, held from Oct. 12 to 17 in Boston.