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Advances in Fertility Preservation with Egg Freezing Benefit Infertile Community & Cancer Patients. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (PRWEB) May 07, 2013 The ability to successfully freeze, thaw, and fertilize a woman’s oocytes (eggs) has led to the first generation of babies born as a result of this advanced reproductive technology. Fertility Associates of Memphis reported the region’s first live births from frozen egg in-vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles, with expectations for ongoing success with...
Changes in estrogen breakdown, or metabolism, may be one of the mechanisms by which aerobic exercise lowers a woman's breast cancer risk, according to data published in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research. "Observational studies suggest physical activity lowers breast cancer risk, but there are no clinical studies that explain the mechanism behind this," said Mindy S. Kurzer, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Food...
In Vitro Fertilization Shipments Require Critical Handling and Speed RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., May 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Marken is experiencing significant growth in demand for their specialized handling and shipments of biopsied embryo cells to laboratories across the US. These cells are often used in Pre-Implantation Genetic Diagnostic Testing (PGD) and to diagnose certain diseases and conditions during in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments. Marken is well known for its...
New research by New York's Center for Human Reproduction demonstrates that oral contraceptives - routinely used by fertility centers in IVF - may reduce egg yields. New York, NY (PRWEB) May 06, 2013 Some oral contraceptives with stronger androgenic characteristics may reduce pregnancy chances with IVF, reports a new study conducted by the Center for Human Reproduction (CHR), a research-driven fertility center in New York City. The study, just published in Reproductive Biology and...
~ Survey reveals symptoms of vaginal atrophy are causing Canadian couples to avoid sexual intimacy ~ TORONTO, May 6, 2013 /CNW/ - It may not be the most romantic topic for couples to discuss over a candlelit dinner, but it might be a conversation that helps rekindle the romance. A new study reveals that more than six in 10 Canadian women admit they avoid sexual intimacy due to the symptoms of vaginal atrophy (VA), a chronic condition of menopause that needs to be discussed.(1)...
Following The April 29th Article About the Association Between Sleep Disturbances And The Decrease In Male Fertility Published In The Huffington Post, http://www.thefutonshop.com Offers An Opinion On How Sleeping on a non toxic mattress without chemicals is the best choice for one’s health. San Francisco, Ca (PRWEB) May 01, 2013 Following The April 29th Article About the Association Between Sleep Disturbances And The Decrease In Male Fertility Published In The Huffington Post,...
Results of a pilot study suggest that a virtual patient advocate (VPA) could help influence positive changes and help women have healthier pregnancies. Developed at Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM), Boston Medical Center (BMC) and Northeastern University, "Gabby" is an innovative tool developed to deliver preconception care (PCC) to African-American women through interactive conversations online. The study results, which are published online in the American Journal of Health...
Subfertile women who conceive through assisted reproduction are more likely to experience a greater traumatic impact following early pregnancy loss compared with women who conceive naturally, suggests a new study published today (1 May) in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Miscarriage is the most common complication of pregnancy affecting 20% of all clinically recognized pregnancies. This study, conducted at Queen Mary Hospital, The University of Hong Kong,...
redOrbit Staff & Wire Reports - Your Universe Online Economic factors, rather than medical or cultural influences, will have the greatest impact on global population levels over the next decade, according to a recent University of Missouri College of Arts and Science (COAS) study. According to United Nations figures, the Earth’s population could exceed 8 billion people by the year 2023 if current trends continue. But improvements in economic development, such as higher...
WASHINGTON, April 30, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Anna Higgins, Family Research Council's Director of the Center for Human Dignity released the following statement following the decision today by the Food and Drug Administration to make Plan B available over the counter to girls as young as 15 years old: (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080930/FRCLOGO) "This decision shows an alarming lack of concern for the safety of young girls, the fundamental rights of parents,...
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Human Reproduction is a peer-reviewed scientific journal that concentrates on original research, clinical case studies and opinions and debates on topical issues. The journal was broken into three distinct journals in 1995, with Human Reproduction Update and Molecular Human Reproduction. Human Reproduction Update is a bimonthly review journal and Molecular Human Reproduction is a monthly journal focusing on molecular aspects of reproductive biology. Human Reproduction covers all aspects...
Labor Induction is a process of giving an artificial start to birth with medical intervention or other methods. When an induction is not performed for emergency or other medical reasons, the method is considered an elective process. The decision to induce labor has increased in recent years due to its convenience or because it easily accommodates busy schedules. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, however, say that labor should only be induced when it is more risky...
