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New genetic mechanism that can cause severe male infertility identified

Scientists at Newcastle University have identified a new genetic mechanism that can cause severe forms of male infertility.

10 Jan 2022

Researchers plan to review the effect of SARS-CoV-2 on male reproductive health

In a protocol published in BMJ Open, researchers from the Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine plan to review current studies in this area.

10 Jan 2022

Government launches new advertising campaign urging pregnant women to 'Get Boosted Now'

Pregnant women who have not yet had their first, second, third or booster dose of a COVID-19 vaccine are being urged to get their jab as soon as possible, as the government launches a new advertising campaign for the New Year.

9 Jan 2022

Study finds a small, temporary menstrual change in women associated with COVID-19 vaccination

Women receiving one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine during a single menstrual cycle had an increase in cycle length of nearly one day, compared to unvaccinated women, according to a study funded by the National Institutes of Health.

6 Jan 2022

COVID can affect sperm quality for three months

Researchers determine whether SARS-CoV-2 could cross the blood-testis barrier and be detected in human semen after infection.

22 Dec 2021

NCCN publishes new guidelines to help cervical cancer patients become more informed about care

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network has published new NCCN Guidelines for Patients: Cervical Cancer to help people with cervical cancer become more informed, suggest what conversations to have with their doctor, and be active decision makers in their treatment.

13 Dec 2021

Hypothyroidism and thyroid autoimmunity can negatively affect a woman's ovarian reserve

Thyroid hormones are important for ovarian health and fertility, but the effects of low thyroid hormone levels (hypothyroidism) and thyroid autoimmune diseases on the functioning of a woman's ovaries are not fully understood.

8 Dec 2021

Unvaccinated mothers encourage pregnant women to take up COVID-19 vaccine

Unvaccinated women who suffered with COVID-19 during their pregnancies have told their harrowing stories of battling the virus, from being hospitalized to having emergency c-sections, as part of a new campaign encouraging expectant mothers to get the vaccine.

5 Dec 2021

Study describes the emotional reactions of women who have undergone uterine transplant

Becoming a mother after receiving a uterine transplant, with the radical change in daily life it brings, gives a feeling of unreality beyond everyday experience.

4 Dec 2021

Cancer registry offers a better understanding of ovarian granulosa cell tumors

Examination of Japanese cases of gynecological cancer offers a better understanding of the profile of a rare ovarian tumor and could change treatment guidelines.

4 Dec 2021

Impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on testis function

A study published in the journal Nature Reviews Urology discusses the impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on male fertility.

2 Dec 2021

Experts urge pregnant women to get COVID-19 vaccine following new UK safety data

The country's top doctors and medical experts are urging pregnant women to get their COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible, as new data published by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) today [November Thursday 25] provides further evidence that the vaccines are safe for this group.

25 Nov 2021

LSHTM joins with YouTube and Klick Health to create 'Community Unity' for tackling vaccine misinformation

The Vaccine Confidence Project (VCP) at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine has teamed up with YouTube and Klick Health to create 'Community Unity', a unique video series to help combat vaccine misinformation.

23 Nov 2021

Study finds no strong evidence that COVID-19 vaccination is linked to menstrual changes

A new study reports on the incidence of changes in menstruation in women who have received the COVID-19 vaccine.

18 Nov 2021

‘Drinking through a lead straw’ — $15B approved to fix dangerous water pipes

No one knows exactly how many lead pipes deliver water to homes, schools and businesses throughout America — or even where they all are. The Environmental Protection Agency estimates at least 6 million lead service lines exist. Environmental groups say it's probably many more.

8 Nov 2021

Fertility News and Research

New genetic mechanism that can cause severe male infertility identified

Researchers plan to review the effect of SARS-CoV-2 on male reproductive health

Government launches new advertising campaign urging pregnant women to 'Get Boosted Now'

Study finds a small, temporary menstrual change in women associated with COVID-19 vaccination

COVID can affect sperm quality for three months

NCCN publishes new guidelines to help cervical cancer patients become more informed about care

Hypothyroidism and thyroid autoimmunity can negatively affect a woman's ovarian reserve

Unvaccinated mothers encourage pregnant women to take up COVID-19 vaccine

Study describes the emotional reactions of women who have undergone uterine transplant

Cancer registry offers a better understanding of ovarian granulosa cell tumors

Impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on testis function

Experts urge pregnant women to get COVID-19 vaccine following new UK safety data

LSHTM joins with YouTube and Klick Health to create 'Community Unity' for tackling vaccine misinformation

Study finds no strong evidence that COVID-19 vaccination is linked to menstrual changes

‘Drinking through a lead straw’ — $15B approved to fix dangerous water pipes

Impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on human semen quality

Mediterranean diet may lead to consumption of too many environmental contaminants

Phthalates and other plasticizers found in US fast foods

Scientists flip a new piece in the male infertility puzzle

AstraZeneca ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 vaccine does not affect fertility and birth rate outcomes, study says

The Critical Role of Sample Storage in Drug Discovery and Development

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

The impact of vibration on microscopy

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