Keyword "fertility" - List of latest news (707 results)

22/04 Trump administration weighs pro-family policies amid falling US birthrates - report

Among the ideas under consideration are a $5,000 "baby bonus" for new mothers, and reserving 30% of Fulbright scholarships for applicants who are married or have children.

17/04 Forget the egg and spoon! Los Angeles prepares for first ever sperm racing competition

The event will include live commentary and betting.

16/04 A common house threatening the fertility of men

A recent study revealed an unexpected effect of paracetamol on men's fertility

12/04 Rogue doctors stole one woman’s eggs to get another patient pregnant. What happened next is an unlikely tale of friendship against the odds

When it emerged that a fertility clinic had made one woman pregnant with another’s baby, Renée Ballou and Carole LieberWilkins were advised to ‘lawyer up’. Instead they did something extraordinary – even as one raised the other’s biological child

11/04 Woman gave birth to a stranger's baby after fertility clinic mix-up

The baby was born in 2024, but the mix-up was only discovered in February this year.

11/04 New hope for infertility: discovery of a genetic mechanism to protect fertility

New hope for infertility: discovery of a genetic mechanism to protect fertility

11/04 Legal and ethical ‘nightmare’ after woman gives birth to stranger’s child due to Monash IVF mistake

Case of incorrect embryo transfer at Brisbane clinic raises custody questions that could set a legal precedent in Australia, lawyers say

11/04 IVF mix-up leads to birth of stranger’s baby

A woman has unwittingly given birth to a stranger’s baby following a shocking mix-up at Monash IVF, one of Australia’s most prominent fertility providers.

11/04 Aussie births stranger’s baby after mix-up

A Brisbane woman has recently discovered that she gave birth to a stranger’s baby after a leading fertility clinic mixed-up her embryos.

09/04 Miracle baby? Woman gives birth after womb transplant in breakthrough scientific advancement

Baby Amy Isabel was born on February 27 after her mother received a donated womb from her sister.

08/04 'Rock-bottom fertility rate in UK is an economic crisis in the making'

An economic crisis is being made before our very eyes and the Government must intervene powerfully.

07/04 Woman becomes first UK womb transplant recipient to give birth

Grace Davidson gives birth to baby Amy Isabel after receiving her sister’s womb in 2023

07/04 Miracle baby girl is UK's first born after womb transplant

Grace Davidson received a transplanted womb from her sister in an incredible 18-hour surgical procedure.

06/04 ‘It’s a business issue’: Employers urged to help workers undergoing fertility treatment

Meath woman Lisa McGee says being open with managers about her experience alleviated stress

05/04 Trump administration eviscerates maternal and child health programs

Alarm over ‘the health of the nation’s children’ follows federal workforce cuts by health secretary RFK Jr

04/04 Authorities investigate after Thai women held prisoner on human egg surrogacy farm

While three women were freed, the Pavena Hongsakul Foundation for Children and Women warned that a hundred more remain prisoner.

03/04 Suspected fertility mix-up leads father to learn he isn't daughter's biological parent

The family of the girl who may be his biological daughter has denied interest in contact.

02/04 22yo student in tears over $12k medical bill

A young Australian woman was left in floods of tears after discovering a medical treatment she needs will cost “every last dollar she has to her name”.

01/04 Woman ‘shamed’ by vagina issue fights back

A woman who struggled to find answers after experiencing ongoing discomfort took matters into her own hands, investing her savings to create new options for supporting vaginal health.

30/03 ‘I was 34 and all my friends were having kids... I was like: what am I waiting for?’

From going it alone to fostering, and exhaustive rounds of IVF, women share their unusual journeys in motherhood

23/03 Israel's wartime baby boom: Births on the rise as Gaza war continues

Many countries have experienced baby booms after wars. Israel may be among the first to experience a baby boom during an ongoing war.

22/03 Real money supports birth, and local governments use "big moves" to understand the distribution standards

Real money supports birth, and local governments use "big moves" to understand the distribution standards

11/03 Baby whose embryo was implanted in wrong woman to stay with birth parents, court rules

The court also ruled that the child's best interest requires recognizing the birth mother's partner as her legal father to prevent a situation where she has two sets of parents.

09/03 The sperm number serves to know the longevity of men

The last predictive studies indicate that reaching 100 years begins to be complicated because our life habits stop what is achieved by medical advances and ...

05/03 Research: This is how the human papilloma virus affects male fertility

The common papilloma virus is usually linked to cervical cancer, but new studies indicate its influence on man's fertility. How does this happen, who at risk, and how can vaccine help?

04/03 Athletes on fertility, egg freezing and having it all: ‘I can have it if I want it’

Family planning in sports is no longer taboo, but elite female athletes like Kaillie Humphries and Maria Sharapova believe more open conversations should be taking place

26/02 For the application for the Support for Livestock in the countryside, the last three days

Applications for the Support for Livestock Support Project in the countryside will end on 28 February.

23/02 As Putin threw Russia to "a demographic disaster" with the invasion of Ukraine

Three years of war || The number of casualties does not stop increasing on the battlefield and this begins to have real implications for Kremlin

22/02 The fertility of Vietnam is in the lowest group in Southeast Asia

Vietnam's fertility is currently only 1.91 heads/woman, in the top 5 lowest countries in Southeast Asia.

21/02 Woman in the US

Seeing the baby, he noticed that his skin was darker than expected, something that did not match the characteristics of the sperm donor he had selected, which generated doubts and surprise.

21/02 People in the Southeast region get married at the latest in the country

The Southeast leads the country in the age of late marriage, an average of 30.7 years old for men and 27.3 years old for women, according to the General Statistics Office.

21/02 Bonnie Blue goes ‘too far’, suffers huge fallout

British porn star Bonnie Blue has claimed she faked being “pregnant” in order to give back to her fans and raise money to cover someone’s IVF treatment.

21/02 38yo unwittingly gives birth to couple’s baby

A white woman is suing a fertility clinic over a heartbreaking IVF screw-up in which she gave birth to another couple’s baby that she was then forced to give up at 5 months old, according to a new lawsuit.

19/02 Major IVF provider assess possible cyber breach

A major IVF provider for Aussies hoping to become parents has confirmed an “unauthorised third party” has accessed its data, after “suspicious activity” was detected.

19/02 Trump’s ‘aggressive’ move on IVF

US President Donald Trump has made an executive order to “aggressively” lower the costs of in vitro fertilisation (IVF) in a move that could spark backlash among conservatives and the religious right.

19/02 President Trump Signs Executive Order to Make IVF More Affordable

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday that aims to expand access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) and reduce costs. 

15/02 From overly tight underwear to conceiving after 35 – experts bust fertility myths

We sort the scientific facts from the misconceptions

15/02 'It is necessary to convert from minimum wages to minimum living to maintain fertility'

Prof. Nguyen Thien Nhan said that Vietnam needs to have a roadmap to convert from "minimum wage" to "minimum living salary" for a couple to work enough to raise two children.

13/02 How are fertility treatments handled around the EU?

With the U-turn of Poland's public funding for IVF treatment, all EU member states now support this fertility treatment. However, the conditions and waiting times vary among the 27. #EuropeInMotion

12/02 A prolific sperm donor claiming to be the father of 180 children unmasked

When a judge unmasked a man claiming to be the father of 180 children, it wasn't just a legal revelation-it was a glimpse into the murky world of unregulated sperm donation.

09/02 This drug will increase fertility after cancer treatment

A new drug has been developed to increase fertility after cancer treatment! Scientists from Çukurova University have taken a big step to reduce the negative effects of chemotherapy on reproduction. After the patent process is completed, the drug is aimed to be available.

01/02 Russia panic as minister calls for 'more school discos' as fertility plunges

In a bid to stem its plunging birth rate, the Russian Education Ministry has called for the return of "romantic" events like school discos.

30/01 Fresh embryo transfers boost birth rates in women undergoing IVF

The findings suggest fertility doctors should take more patient-level factors into account to improve the odds of success with IVF.

29/01 Massages, doggy day care’: Workers reveal the wild perks they’ve wrangled

Employees are no longer just asking for pay rises, they are requesting extra perks at their annual reviews.

28/01 State pauses puberty blockers amid review

Queensland has put a temporary hold on children accessing puberty blockers after concerns were raised over a young child accessing the service.

27/01 How do pituitary gland problems affect male reproductive health?

The pituitary gland and hypothalamus play an essential role in regulating body functions, including male reproductive health, but any defect in these glands or in genetic genes can lead to fertility problems.

26/01 Technology for lab-grown eggs or sperm on brink of viability, UK fertility watchdog finds

Exclusive: In-vitro gametes are viewed as the holy grail of fertility research

22/01 Golan hanging killers; From the maternity hospital to the nursing home

Tehran- IRNA- In addition to killing the living, air pollution prevents new births and this is how our population is getting older and older day by day.

21/01 Katie Price: Making Babies review – truly repugnant television

This documentary about Price and her partner’s attempt to have a child may have spawned acres of coverage, but there is no delving into the agonies of infertility, which makes it depthless, thoughtless and downright offensive

18/01 ‘Doom loop’ facing entire planet

Is humanity sliding into a “doom loop”?

17/01 Archaeology breakthrough as 'unique' sacrificial stones unearthed

The artefacts are thought to have been deposited following a catastrophic volcanic eruption around 4,900 years ago.

17/01 China's population fell for the third year in a row

The number of newborns in China rose slightly in 2024, but there were more deaths and the country's population decline could not be stopped. Experts believe that the birth rate in China will continue to decline in the coming years.

15/01 AI could be used to improve chances of pregnancy through IVF

Researchers looked at how artificial intelligence could be used to improve the outcome of an IVF procedure.

14/01 Study finds rise in abortion patients using fertility tracking methods

Over five years, abortion patients were increasingly likely to be using less reliable fertility awareness methods when they got pregnant.

13/01 These have all been called ‘nature’s Viagra’ — but do they work?

Libido low and phallus soft? For men suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED), the solution may be one of these natural remedies.  ED, which affects about 30 million US men, occurs when you ca…

11/01 IVF miracle powered by AI tech in major breakthrough hailed 'game-changing'

EXCLUSIVE: In a groundbreaking leap, AI is transforming the journey to parenthood, offering new hope to those who have faced heartache.

11/01 Does sauna affect male fertility?

Frequent or prolonged sauna use can negatively affect male fertility, but this effect is usually not permanent and can be reversed.

09/01 The government approved a plan to increase the birth rate and strengthen sovereignty

Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin signed a unified plan to achieve Russia’s national development goals until 2036. The main thing from the new strategic document is in the RBC material

07/01 Elon Musk names world’s biggest problem as China and India lose 773m people

Elon Musk has labelled population decline the "greatest threat to humanity" as China and India are expected to lose a combined 773 million people.

06/01 Friendship across the parenting divide - podcast

Helen Pidd and Alexandra Topping have been close friends for almost 20 years. But infertility and the struggles of parenting tested their bond to the limit

03/01 31 provinces across the country have included assisted reproduction in medical insurance. Will the demand for IVF be accelerated?

31 provinces across the country have included assisted reproduction in medical insurance. Will the demand for IVF be accelerated?

03/01 Shortcomings of social understanding about the fate of half a million people who miss birth every year

Tehran- IRNA- Policy-making related to phenomena such as abortion should be based on understanding the social factors affecting the health and decisions of women in the field of fertility. These policies should focus on creating counseling facilities, facilitating access to legal and safe abortion, and providing access to reproductive health and health services for vulnerable groups.

01/01 ‘It was not the end’: Family of killed hostage explain decision to harvest son’s sperm

After Yotam Haim was mistakenly killed alongside two other hostages, his sperm was harvested. Now, the family waits court permission to have Haim's child.

31/12 Father makes toughest decision after daughter, 11, said she was a boy

The night before his 11-year-old daughter was due to start taking puberty blockers, Brad* sat down with her for an important conversation.

30/12 ‘Exhausting, expensive and soul-destroying’: one NHS worker’s infertility journey

Alison Howie, a physiotherapist, tried to get pregnant over 10 years. The experience left her feeling she needed to quit her job

30/12 UK employers ‘risk losing good people’ without policies on infertility, say managers

Survey by Chartered Management Institute finds only 19% of companies have a policy in place

27/12 Biden HHS Scraps Proposed Rule Forcing Employers to Cover Birth Control

Joe Biden's HHS is withdrawing proposed regulations that would have narrowed employers' ability to opt out of covering birth control.

26/12 Korean media: The population aged 65 and above has exceeded 20%, and South Korea is rapidly entering a super-aging society

Korean media: The population aged 65 and above has exceeded 20%, and South Korea is rapidly entering a super-aging society

25/12 The second governmental infertility treatment center of level three of Isfahan was launched

Isfahan - IRNA - The head of Amin Hospital announced the establishment of the second fertility and infertility treatment center of the third government level of Isfahan province in this medical center.

25/12 Targeting 500 billion Barkat Foundation in the field of youth

Shiraz- The director of Barkat Foundation said: This foundation has set a target of 500 billion in the next 6 months to help the youth of the population and have children.

24/12 Overnight news: U.S. stocks closed higher, Apple hit new highs for three consecutive days, OpenAI considered developing humanoid robots, Germany's fertility rate fell below the "ultra-low" warning line of 1.4

Overnight news: U.S. stocks closed higher, Apple hit new highs for three consecutive days, OpenAI considered developing humanoid robots, Germany's fertility rate fell below the "ultra-low" warning line of 1.4

21/12 A study warns: Smart watches may affect fertility and cause cancer

A recent scientific study warned that smart watches may cause cancer, in addition to their impact on fertility.

21/12 5 Recipes for Processed Bean Sprouts to Increase Fertility

Bean sprouts are believed to increase the fertility of couples who want to carry out a pregnancy program. Here are 5 bean sprout recipes that you can try.

20/12 Putin called for reversing the negative situation with declining birth rates

The share of third and subsequent children in Russian families is growing, but the trend of declining birth rates, postponing marriage and childbirth continues, Putin acknowledged. The authorities are obliged to change this situation, the president demanded

20/12 The head of the Human Rights Council changed his position on mass fertility testing in Moscow

The head of the Human Rights Council, after a visit to the capital’s women’s health center, positively assessed the mass testing of women for fertility, which he had previously criticized. AMH testing has become a method of encouraging women to have children, he said

18/12 The hidden danger in the air that can cause infertility, colon cancer and lung problems

“We know this type of air pollution is harmful,” said senior study author Tracey J. Woodruff.

17/12 The world's most populous country that still wants people to have more children

India's population has exploded in recent decades, doubling to 1.2 billion between 1975 and 2010, but authorities fear the country could fall victim to falling fertility.

17/12 Doctor’s warning as people ‘catch’ chlamydia from gym equipment

A leading doctor has weighed in on viral social media claims that say that it’s possible to get chlamydia from touching gym equipment.

17/12 The "Alpine Lion King" has less than 500 animals. It has a snow leopard with horns and a wild wolf with hooves, but it's actually a sheep?

Among the steep cliffs of the Himalayas, there lives a rare and powerful animal - the Himalayan Tahr sheep. With their long golden hair and strong bodies, they have demonstrated extraordinary survival abilities on the top of the snow-capped mountains. Tahr sheep are not the docile and timid sheep we usually think of. Male Tahr sheep can reach 1.2 to 1.4 meters in length and weigh 80 to 100 kilogra

13/12 The governor called on Russians to “dig into the heads” to increase the birth rate

According to Shumkov, the consumer society, which took 30 years to build in Russia, is to blame for the drop in the birth rate. It is necessary to “refashion” the information agenda and “dig into the heads” of Russians to change this, he believes

10/12 What was the average age of Iranian mothers when they had their first child this year?

The Population Monitoring Center of the Civil Registration Organization announced: The average age of mothers at the first birth of the whole country in 8 months of 1403 was about 27.4 years.

10/12 Nanjing offered a reward of more than 900,000 yuan for 300 wild boars, but no one dared to take the order. How difficult are wild boars to hunt?

In recent years, the wild boar population has increased dramatically and has frequently appeared in people's sights. According to data from the Forestry and Grassland Administration, wild boars are distributed in 28 provinces in my country, and the number of wild boars in 26 provinces has reached dangerous levels. Nanjing is nicknamed the "City of Wild Boars" because of its good ecological environ

08/12 The city that wants to give its workers three days off to 'boost fertility'

This bustling city is set to introduce a four-day workweek amid the need for quick intervention in hopes of sorting out its ridiculously low birth rate.

05/12 EU baby crisis as bombshell statistics show birth rates plunge to record low

The Bloc is facing a population crisis after a shockingly low number of births across 27 nations in 2023.

04/12 Many places have responded to the issue of fertility protection: Starting from adolescence propaganda, avoiding repeated miscarriages is the key

Many places have responded to the issue of fertility protection: Starting from adolescence propaganda, avoiding repeated miscarriages is the key

03/12 EU birth rate falls to record low

The number of babies born in the EU is at its lowest level since 1961, the statistics office said. The reason may lie in people’s uncertainty about the future, rising costs of living and housing prices, as well as global crises, according to the UN

03/12 Murderer abandons IVF bid

A convicted murder has abandoned her plans to leave prison to undergo IVF treatment.

03/12 Liberal Women Are Undergoing Sterilization and Blaming Trump

Several liberal women have gotten sterilized or plan to, blaming their decision to become infertile on Trump winning the 2024 election.

30/11 Huge country where barely anybody lives is world's largest landlocked nation

A country with a low population despite a huge land mass is jam-packed with vast beautiful landscapes.

28/11 Panic in South Korea - low wages, long days and fears population set to collapse

South Korea has the lowest fertility rate in the world, forcing the government to introduce measures to encourage women to have more children.

28/11 Women are fed up with waiting – and they’re taking fertility into their own hands | Zoe Williams

We’ve climbed steadily from a place of little agency – waiting for Mr Right to come along – before we could have children, says Guardian columnist Zoe Williams

27/11 Rosstat will measure the income of large families

Starting in 2025, Rosstat will begin to separately assess the financial situation of large families, RBC has learned. Based on a sample of 50 thousand households, the statistical service will also measure the poverty level of this category of citizens

27/11 ‘Doing it with no partner is easier’: the single women using fertility treatments

A growing number feel single parenthood is liberating and only a sense of ‘shame’ around it is holding women back

26/11 Assisted reproductive programs have been included in medical insurance in many places! The latest release from the National Medical Insurance Administration

Assisted reproductive programs have been included in medical insurance in many places! The latest release from the National Medical Insurance Administration

26/11 Women in the UK: are you planning on having a baby on your own using fertility treatment?

We’d like to hear from women who are having a baby on their own or with someone else using IVF or DI

26/11 Number of single UK women having fertility treatment trebles, report says

Study also finds that number of female couples receiving IVF or DI treatment doubled between 2012 and 2022

24/11 Beware.. This substance reduces male fertility and causes cancer

The German Commodities and Products Testing Authority warned of the danger of acrylamide to health, as it leads to the destruction of genetic material, and then leads to cancer.

22/11 In the first half of 2024, the birth rate will rebound in many places across the country. Will the negative population growth for two consecutive years be reversed?

In the first half of 2024, the birth rate will rebound in many places across the country. Will the negative population growth for two consecutive years be reversed?

19/11 The head of Vologda linked restrictions on the sale of alcohol to the birth rate

Filimonov believes that limiting the sale of alcohol on weekdays to two lunch hours will increase the birth rate in the region by 1.5-2 times in five years. He pointed to the experience of Chechnya, where a similar restriction applies

16/11 They were best mates. Then one had a baby, while the other struggled. Two brutally honest takes on what happens when motherhood affects friendship

They both had something the other wanted. Could their relationship survive?

16/11 What is the solution to the scourge of one child and childlessness on the life of the family and society?

Tehran-IRNA-Some experts believe that if value and attitude factors are effective in childlessness, in the case of single children, these are economic and livelihood factors that do not allow families to have more children, and it is necessary to solve both of these important problems that are currently plaguing the country. The society is doing alignment measures in all three economic, social and

14/11 The authorities have prepared a demographic strategy of “family-centrism”

The authorities have prepared a draft strategy for demographic and family policy for the period until 2036. What measures will be taken to accelerate the birth rate in the coming years? - in the RBC material

12/11 Tackling loneliness in the age of online dating | Letter

Letter: Dr Luke Brunning says young people need to develop the skills and capacity to navigate intimacy both online and offline

11/11 New method could increase fertility for women undergoing IVF and egg freezing

Babies from in vitro fertilization account for about 2% of US births each year.

10/11 The effect of dangerous smoking on fertility and pregnancy

The Family Health Care Institute (one of the King Hussein Foundation institutes) devoted its Sunday bulletin to talking about the danger of smoking on fertility in men and women, in addition to the prevailing thinking that usually focuses on the effect of this dangerous scourge on the lungs.

10/11 ‘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, celebrat​ing the birth of IVF

09/11 The UK city with the lowest fertility rate as country faces baby bust

EXCLUSIVE: In 2023, the UK's birth rate plummeted to its lowest level since the 1970s, and there's one area in particular that's been struggling.

05/11 UK's 'worst' town named as place where most babies being born in Britain

The town has a remarkably high birth rate of 2.01 while the rest of the country averages 1.4 children per family.

04/11 Smoking and vaping affect fertility in both sexes and fetal development, according to studies

Research shows that nicotine exposure reduces egg quality and increases the risk of genetic alterations

03/11 Poll: 1 in 3 Young Adults Do Not Have and Do Not Want Children

The survey results come after the CDC announced in April that the U.S. birthrate has dropped to an all-time low.

01/11 Panic in Germany as birth rate drops with 80,000 fewer babies born in 2 years

Birth rates in Germany, as in the UK, have continued to fall year on year as world tensions and cost of living have an impact on those wanting to start a family.

30/10 'Fertility Call Checks' -- Chinese Communists Cold-Call Women Demanding Details About Their Periods

Chinese women are complaining that local Communist Party officials are making phone calls to harass them into having more children.

29/10 China kindergartens 'close en masse' as country faces population collapse

According to an annual report by the country's Ministry of Education, the number of nursery schools plummeted by more than five per cent last year, with 14,808 closing.

29/10 'Britain's fertility time bomb that our politicians refuse to talk about'

The political class of Britain wrangle over what they see as key policies while neglecting possible the most important crisis we face.

25/10 Sociologists have revealed the proportion of Russians who will never have children

In Russia there is no mass desire for childlessness; the proportion of women who become mothers after 35 years is growing, analysts have found

25/10 ‘Inhumane and wicked’: anguish over Italy’s expanded surrogacy ban

Most who seek surrogacy overseas, which is now punishable by jail terms and fines, are heterosexual couples

23/10 Doctors' horror in Uppsala: 33 women's uterus was removed unnecessarily

At Sweden's Uppsala University Hospital, 33 women underwent unnecessary hysterectomies due to incorrect diagnoses.

23/10 A TikTok that changed lives: the story of a couple who found fertility abroad

People travel to places like Mexico and the Caribbean looking for affordable treatments. This phenomenon offers options, but there are also warnings about safety and regulations

22/10 The UN estimates the decline in Ukraine's population after 2022

Over 30 years, the average number of children per Ukrainian woman fell from almost two to one, and the fighting only accelerated the negative trend. Experts warn of risk of ghost towns

18/10 These are the 3 countries with the lowest fertility rates in Latin America in 2024: they equal Cuba

Despite being among the 5 best countries in Latin America to live in, these nations have shown a notable decrease in births during recent decades.

17/10 Elon Musk warns world on brink of 'collapse' as country's birth rate plunges

The X owner has warned that the planet faces 'population collapse' as a major economy recorded record-low birthrates.

17/10 ‘Selfish’: AFL star’s wild baby rant

An AFL legend and local radio star has unloaded on Gen Z and millennial Aussies, branding them “selfish” for not having children in an unscripted radio rant that left his fellow host baffled.

15/10 Joy review – warm and intensely English portrayal of the birth of IVF

Bill Nighy, James Norton and Thomasin McKenzie form the unlikely trio who doggedly, quietly and courageously made the discovery that would change lives around the world

14/10 ‘More important than going to the moon’: Bill Nighy, James Norton and Thomasin McKenzie on their film about the birth of IVF

Accused of ‘playing God’, a trio of British medics persevered – and changed the lives of millions worldwide. The makers and stars of Joy explain why there were ‘many tears’ during filming

14/10 'Keir Starmer must address plunging fertility rates for sake of our future'

There are four measures the Government could take to encourage our young people to address a looming catastrophe for Britain.

11/10 The world's top 10 fastest-growing countries - only one is in the West

The 10 fastest-growing countries have been revealed - 90 percent of them are in Asia and Africa.

10/10 To increase fertility, men must consume these 5 vitamins, know their natural sources

Nowadays, the fast pace of life and changing diet is affecting the fertility of women as well as men. There are many reasons like lack of nutrition in diet, stress, smoking, alcohol consumption and inactive lifestyle which can affect the fertility of men. Apart from this, pollution and hormonal imbalance can also reduce the fertility of men. To increase fertility, men should not only follow a heal

04/10 Panic in Greece as country spends £18bn to address 'ticking time bomb'

In the wake of a "national threat" Greece is to spend £18 billion to address a "ticking time bomb".

01/10 Egg donors to be paid nearly £1,000 ‘in expenses’ amid shortage

UK regulator issues warning against donating sperm or eggs for the money

28/09 Europe's fertility crisis: Which countries are having fewer babies?

For the first time since 1960, the number of live births in the EU has fallen below 4 million, one of the lowest fertility rates in the world.

28/09 The Sakhalin prosecutor's office began an investigation over the showing of an abortion video to schoolchildren

A video of an abortion was shown to high school students in one of the schools in the city of Okha. The regional Ministry of Health reported that the display was not agreed upon with the department. The head of the Duma Committee on Family Affairs appealed to the Prosecutor General's Office

26/09 Women whose periods stop early at higher risk of autoimmune conditions, study shows

Women with premature ovarian insufficiency condition are more likely to develop conditions such as diabetes and lupus

25/09 Can Mucinex help you get pregnant? What the experts say about the viral trend

Perhaps Mucinex’s mascot should be a stork?

25/09 The head of the Human Rights Council called on not to “fence the garden” if childfree is unpopular

The head of the Human Rights Council doubted that the idea of ​​childfree is so widespread in Russia that it requires legislative regulation. At the same time, he stated that if the “power” of the movement is proven, the initiative to ban can be supported

23/09 The government supported the concept of a law banning childfree propaganda

Last week, Matvienko called for a ban on childfree propaganda in Russia, linking it with the degeneration of feminism. The government supported the project conceptually, but asked to clarify the concept of “refusal of childbearing”

21/09 Trump says he’s the ‘leader’ on IVF, but Republicans are blocking national access

The ex-president may not be able to explain how in vitro fertilization works, but he’s had a lot to say about it lately

17/09 Why Senate Republicans tanked bill on IVF access nationwide AGAIN

A second attempt by Democrats to pass legislation protecting access to in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and other fertility treatments was blocked by Senate Republicans.

15/09 ‘Ozempic changed my life’: do diabetes jabs boost the chances of conception?

As surprise pregnancies multiply, some scientists are investigating whether weight loss drugs can improve fertility in women with polycystic ovary syndrome

13/09 ‘Crisis’ in Greece, Spain, Italy and France - ‘we need more babies’

A major European country has outlined measures to boost its tumbling birth rate on Thursday, including vouchers, benefits and tax breaks for new parents.

12/09 Selena Gomez Had to 'Grieve' After Learning She Could Not 'Carry My Own Children'

Actress-singer and star of Only Murders in the Building, Selena Gomez revealed in a recent interview she experienced intense grief on learning she would no longer be able to bear children.

11/09 Experts assessed how Russians' plans for having children have changed

60% of Russians who planned to have a child before 2022 did not change their plans, 21% postponed their implementation, according to a survey by the National Research University Higher School of Economics. Every tenth person decided to give up future children, almost the same number decided to give birth early

10/09 Russia's birth rate drops to its lowest in 25 years, data shows

In July, Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the country's low birth rate was "catastrophic" for Russia's future.

08/09 Hypothyroidism: this is how it is and this is how one of the diseases that makes us gain weight the most is cured

Hypothyroidism is an alteration that occurs in the thyroid gland and is usually the main cause of gaining weight in women.

06/09 Ostanina proposed conducting a “special demographic operation”

A special demographic operation needs to be carried out in Russia, head of the State Duma Committee for Family Protection Nina Ostanina told RIA Novosti on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum. We must...

05/09 Infertility linked to noise pollution in people over 37, study finds

Stark contrast in fertility for people living close to busy roads, Danish scientists discover

05/09 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

05/09 Male and female infertility impacted by different pollution types

A new nationwide study in Denmark has linked infertility to different types of pollution with differences between men and women.

02/09 The country where fertility rate dropped so much experts fear consequences

The birth rate in Bolivia has declined to an average of two children per woman.

02/09 Rich, highly educated people have few children

The Department of Population records that people with less than elementary school education have an average of 2.35 children, while people with more than high school education only have 1.98 children, and rich people have fewer children than poor people.

30/08 From almost eight children to only two in 50 years: this is how the fertility rate fell in Bolivia

According to data from the Population and Housing Census, the birth rate in the country dropped to two children per woman. The data reveal that women procreate at an older age and that divorces increased with the pandemic

25/08 ‘It’s key for recruitment’: how fertility benefits got bumped up UK office agenda

Rising employee demand means paid support for IVF or egg freezing is starting to catch on even outside Silicon Valley

18/08 ‘You feel a bit mass-produced’: donor-conceived people on the export of UK sperm

A legal loophole means UK fertility clinics are making sperm available abroad, contradicting a strict 10-family limit that applies in the UK

18/08 UK sperm donations being exported despite 10-family limit

Exclusive: Legal loophole means there is no restriction on making sperm or eggs available for additional fertility treatments abroad

18/08 Israel bans ova imports from northern Cyprus

Officials came to the conclusion that it was not possible to certify the quality and adequacy of the ova or verify the process of ova donation in Cyprus.

16/08 Chinese woman loses final appeal in her fight to freeze her eggs

Beijing court rejects lawsuit brought by Xu Zaozao, who was seeking to widen access to fertility treatment in China

11/08 There’s big money in IVF – but not for the women who hand over their eggs | Catherine Bennett

Donation is gruelling and risky, but the reward wouldn’t even buy a new iPhone

10/08 Rosstat estimated natural population decline

In the first half of 2024, the natural population decline amounted to 321.5 thousand people compared to 272.5 thousand last year, according to the department’s data

07/08 Tourists disappointed by giant’s overgrown private parts

Wet summer blamed as frustrated visitors urge National Trust to give Cerne Abbas attraction a trim

04/08 NYT spoke about the difficulties in dating women and men in Ukraine

Ukrainians interviewed by the NYT note that romantic relationships help to overcome psychological trauma that developed due to hostilities, but after February 2022, dating has become more difficult

03/08 Why conservative women dealing with infertility aren’t upset about Vance’s ‘cat ladies’ comment

Some say the dig on childless women is ‘disheartening’ but that there are ‘more pressing issues’ demanding attention

31/07 AI-modelled test for male infertility could soon be with GPs, researchers say

Initial blood test without need for for semen analysis could ‘make screening more accessible’

30/07 South Korea’s Population Shows Mild Rebound After Two Years of Decline

South Korean government figures show the population rebounding slightly in 2023, but it was largely due to immigration.

30/07 A popular drug that has been enhancing women's fertility for years

An ongoing clinical trial has suggested that the drug rapamycin, commonly used to prevent organ transplant failure, may be able to "prolong fertility" in women for up to five years.

29/07 Widely advertised hormone test unreliable as fertility prediction tool for women, researchers say

Experts warn patients are making ‘significant life changes’ based on the anti-Müllerian hormone test, which they say is not reliable for many of its advertised uses

28/07 ‘I felt as if my sperm had let me down’: one man’s IVF journey

Male infertility is at an all-time high, but undergoing fertility treatment proved an ‘intensely lonely’ process

27/07 In vitro fertilization: its benefits and success factors

When couples suffer from fertility problems and difficulty conceiving, in vitro fertilization, or what is known as in vitro fertilization, can be a new ray of hope that may turn the dream of having children into reality. In this article, we will learn more about this technology and present the most important factors that contribute to its success.

25/07 In the Sverdlovsk region they called for more births due to a shortage of electricians

The president has repeatedly stated that Russia is experiencing an extremely difficult demographic situation. The general director of the capital repair fund of the Sverdlovsk region called for more children to be born, in order, among other things, to compensate for the shortage of electricians

24/07 A new drug may prolong a woman's fertility and improve her health

A new drug may prolong a woman's fertility and improve her health

23/07 A medication that may prolong a woman's fertility for 5 years

A group of scientists has confirmed the effectiveness of an immunosuppressive drug in prolonging a woman's fertility for five years, and helping her live longer and in better health.

23/07 It is related to people’s livelihood protection, the latest deployment of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee

It is related to people’s livelihood protection, the latest deployment of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee

23/07 A dream that may come true...a cheap drug that may increase women's fertility period!

A dream that may come true...a cheap drug that may increase women's fertility period!

22/07 These matters that you are concerned about were mentioned in the Decision of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China.

These matters that you are concerned about were mentioned in the Decision of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China.

22/07 ‘Dream come true’: study suggests drug could extend women’s fertility by five years

Co-lead says rapamycin can be repurposed to slow ovaries from ageing and is safe for younger women

19/07 Price caps could help end IVF postcode lottery | Letters

Letter: There are practicable solutions to restore fertility provision in this country, writes consultant in reproductive medicine Geeta Nargund

18/07 Dr Hilary Jones says taking medical tests at home could save crisis-hit NHS

The TV medical expert believes the move could cut hospital and surgery visits and reduce pressure on the health service.

18/07 Sharp fall in number of NHS IVF procedures across UK, report finds

Women have been left unable to access treatment or forced to pay for it privately

17/07 ‘Society doesn’t want my kids’: China’s single women forced abroad to freeze their eggs

Calls grow for end to ban that means only married Chinese couples can access ‘social egg freezing’ services

17/07 Company-sponsored egg freezing ... would you be tempted?

In the global race for talent, firms are looking for new ways to attract and retain the best employees.

14/07 I am the uncle of my biological son — donating sperm to my sister was the right thing to do

That’s brotherly love.

13/07 I had sex with my half-brother — here’s how I uncovered the traumatizing truth

Their love story turned into a total nightmare.

10/07 Nearly 10,000 chemicals can come from ONE plastic container

Norwegian researchers tested different plastic food packaging from around the world, and found that almost all contained substances that interfere with the body's hormones or metabolism.

09/07 Proposal to abolish the rule that couples can only 'have one or two children'

The Ministry of Health proposes to give couples the right to self-determine the time, birth interval and number of children, ensuring appropriate health and income conditions.

08/07 What is mitochondrial donation? And how might it help people have a healthy baby one day?

Mitochondrial disease is an inherited condition with a poor prognosis. But a technique using a donated egg can stop this fault passing on to babies.

08/07 Fertility drug could lead to 7% increase in live births after IVF, trials show

Pill known as OXO-001, designed to act directly on womb lining, could improve rate of embryo implantation

08/07 Air pollution can decrease odds of live birth after IVF by 38%, study finds

Research suggests impact of pollution begins before conception by disrupting the development of the egg

07/07 New drug raises chances of IVF success by 20pc

Initial trials suggest OXO-001 works for women using donor eggs but scientists hope it will help those using their own as well

24/06 Brexit now blamed by 'experts' for young couples in UK not having enough babies

A European-based think tank has sparked ridicule from Brexiteers after appearing to blame Britain's plunging fertility on the country's decision to leave the EU.

23/06 ‘We got the wrong sperm’: Ten years after using IVF this couple made a shocking discovery

The mystery of what went wrong at one of Australia's biggest fertility clinics haunts this couple.

23/06 Maybe baby: could a fertility coach help you make an easier parenting decision?

Queer families, rising infertility, choosing to go it alone or not at all – the landscape of baby-making is shifting. Amelia Abraham meets a fertility coach to help make up her mind – well, almost

22/06 This is how we do it: ‘The threesomes are on hold while we try for a baby’

Mila and Oliver’s bedroom activity was centred on exploring their fantasies, but trying to conceive means sex is now more about fertility than kink

22/06 Bloomberg reported the birth of Musk's 12th child

Elon Musk and Neralink top manager Siobhan Zelos have welcomed their third child. Businessman who says low birth rate is 'one of civilization's biggest risks' is father of 12 children

21/06 Experience: I gave birth to my granddaughter

My husband joked: ‘My wife is pregnant – but it’s not mine’

21/06 The Korean government has taken measures to increase the fertility rate, but Korean netizens have mixed attitudes

The Korean government has taken measures to increase the fertility rate, but Korean netizens have mixed attitudes

19/06 Microplastic discovery in penises raises erectile dysfunction questions

The contaminants have also recently been found in testes and semen, amid concerns about falling male fertility

16/06 Birth rate drops, South Korea’s pet market exceeds baby market!

Birth rate drops, South Korea’s pet market exceeds baby market!

13/06 Republicans tank bill securing access to IVF nationwide

Senate Democrats forced a vote on a bill to protect access to in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and other fertility treatments, putting Republicans on the spot. 

13/06 Dear Abby: I’m afraid my pregnancy will offend my closest friends

Dear Abby weighs in on a woman who has struggled with infertility and a neighbor who won’t put his trash in the correct space.

12/06 Malawi farming experiment shows how simple changes can boost maize yields and improve soil

New research has found that smallholder farmers in Malawi can grow bigger maize crops if they plant maize with legumes in deep beds with natural ditches to catch water alongside.

12/06 A Child of Science review – heartbreak and hard work behind birth of IVF

Gareth Farr’s account of IVF’s development is briskly directed but the science feels under-dramatised

10/06 The Government of Japan launched a dating application: what are the reasons

The Japanese population faces a severe demographic shift with the country recording more deaths than births

10/06 Microplastics found in every human semen sample tested in study

Chinese scientists say further research on potential harm to reproduction from contamination is ‘imperative’

10/06 Endometriosis... How does it affect women's fertility?

Endometriosis is a medical condition that occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. This abnormal growth may cause an impact on many other organs in the pelvis, such as the ovaries, intestines, and fallopian tubes. The most prominent of these painful symptoms and health problems is infertility.

09/06 Global sperm count may not be declining as rapidly as scientists thought: new research

Don’t count men out just yet.

09/06 Farming with a mixture of crops, animals and trees is better for the environment and for people – evidence from Ghana and Malawi

Transitions to diversified farming systems in Africa will require financial support. But barriers can be overcome.

08/06 Is destroying frozen embryos permitted in Jewish law?

Halacha only allows for abortion for therapeutic reasons, with decisors greatly divided over the scope of justifying rationales.

07/06 ‘Off the charts’: the key breakthroughs giving new hope in treating cancer

World’s largest cancer conference in Chicago shares ‘impressive’ findings in vaccines, drug trials and AI

05/06 Stable sperm counts in Denmark cast doubt on ‘spermageddon’ fears

Contrary to other recent research, study finds no evidence of decline – but conclusions disputed by other fertility experts

02/06 Nestle focuses on nutrition for the elderly due to declining birth rates

Against the backdrop of a declining birth rate, one of the main priorities of Nestle, which started with baby food, has become food products for an aging population, the head of the company said. However, the company does not refuse baby food, he assured

02/06 The new midlife crisis is hot, female and covered in tattoos – where do I sign? | Emma Beddington

Forget the sports car and affair with a personal trainer. My generation of women are reaching this life stage messily, sensually and full of rage, writes Emma Beddington

30/05 Trans MAN donates eggs to sister so she can have a baby

Kenny Ethan Jones, 30, has harvested 13 of his eggs so far and chosen to donate them to sister, Kizzy, 38, after she struggled to get pregnant for six years.

28/05 Virility Medical introduces tech solution to erectile dysfunction

Virility Medical, an Israeli startup, is introducing in2 - a medical device developed for the treatment of premature ejaculation, the most common male sexual health concern.

28/05 You wouldn’t believe how difficult it is to buy sperm

It’s easier than ever for single women to have children on their own ... or so I thought. Then began my $17,000 journey

25/05 Woman lays bare the perils of living in the world's COLDEST city where temperatures plummet as low as -83F - from aging faster to suffering extreme frostbite

YouTube creator Kiun B lives in the Siberian city of Yakutsk, where the temperatures have been known to plunge below -83.9F (-64.4C) in the winter.

23/05 Microplastics found in testicles and blood clots, sparking more health concerns: studies

Life is plastic — not fantastic. 

22/05 Antidepressants kill your sex life for YEARS after stopping them

A Washington, DC scientist is suing the FDA for allegedly dragging its feet in addressing concerns about devastating permanent effects that antidepressants may have on sexual function.

22/05 ‘I would prefer to know’: Kerri has up to 600 siblings. They may finally learn the truth of their origins

Queensland minister says donor-conceived people’s right to know genetic history outweighs a donor’s competing right to information privacy

19/05 It took a health scare in her 20s for Hayley to learn about reproductive health

Hayley Ramsay-Watkinson now feels empowered with information about her reproductive health, but her knowledge was lacking until her late 20s. A fertility specialist says she isn't alone and the conversations should be had earlier.

19/05 Big drop in Turkey's fertility rate! Look how it crashed

According to data from the Turkish Statistical Institute, Turkey's fertility rate has fallen dramatically in recent years. The birth rate, which was 2.38 in 2001, decreased to 1.51 in 2023. Sabah newspaper writer Funda Karayel stated that this change may affect the demographic structure of the country and have important consequences on future population trends.

18/05 Fertility crisis in Europe.. Which country has the least number of children?

The number of live births in the European Union in 2022 fell below 4 million for the first time since 1960, one of the lowest fertility rates in the world, according to the latest data. In 2022, only about 3.88 million children were born in the European Union. The fertility rate has also declined, approaching levels last recorded two decades ago.

17/05 High levels of weedkiller found in more than half sperm samples, study finds

Glyphosate found in samples from French infertility clinic raising questions about controversial chemical’s impact on fertility

17/05 Woman claims medics 'gaslit' her by saying she had IBS for two years

In 2022, Sarah Mahon, from London, began experiencing agonising cramps that left her nauseous and, on occasions, unable to walk or bed-bound for hours.

14/05 The global birth rate is declining rapidly. Is the population "winter" coming?

The global birth rate is declining rapidly. Is the population "winter" coming?

14/05 The world is facing a fertility crisis and a decline in births.. The Wall Street Journal warns

The world is facing a fertility crisis and a decline in births.. The Wall Street Journal warns

14/05 Europe's fertility decline: Which countries are having fewer babies?

For the first time since 1960, the number of live births in the EU has fallen below 4 million, one of the lowest fertility rates in the world.

12/05 Focus on this work! Wang Huning and Liu Guozhong attended important meetings, and Shen Yueyue and Wang Guangqian previously led a team to investigate

Focus on this work! Wang Huning and Liu Guozhong attended important meetings, and Shen Yueyue and Wang Guangqian previously led a team to investigate

11/05 Writer who struggled to conceive shares story of getting pregnant

The story from San Francisco-based Arielle Giusto is one of triumph over circumstance, with a surprising twist surrounding her husband, Nick.

09/05 France to offer free fertility checks to combat falling birth rates

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a sweeping series of measures to address what he called a 'scourge' of infertility in his country.

08/05 Rosstat reported a decline in the birth rate in the first quarter

In the first quarter of 2024, the number of births in Russia decreased by 3.5%, Rosstat reported. Mortality during this period, on the contrary, increased by 4.4%. For both indicators, the dynamics in March differed from the first two months

08/05 France to offer young people fertility checks to combat falling birth rates

Emmanuel Macron announces measure as part of ‘demographic rearmament’ plans

08/05 May Decree 2024: main goals for the economy and demography in 12 years

President Vladimir Putin signed a new decree on national development goals. The time horizon is until 2036. The Russian economy should become the fourth largest in the world, and people should live longer than 80 years. Read more in the RBC material

07/05 Kim's corset shows our fixation on tiny waists isn't going anywhere

Thanks to an extremely tight, silver Maison Margiela corset, the reality star flaunted her almost impossibly tiny waist and enviable figure at the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

07/05 Putin signed a decree on national goals for the period until 2036

Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on the national development goals of the Russian Federation for the period until 2030 and for the future until 2036, according to the Kremlin website. National...

04/05 Lowest Birthrates in Germany, While Migrant Worker Arrivals Soar

Fewer Germans are getting married and having children, but the population continues to soar thanks to immigration.

03/05 Graphic reveals ALL of Ozempic's weird side effects

Despite their undeniable slimming effects, injections of semaglutide - branded as Ozempic and Wegovy - have been linked to a catalogue of side effects from the embarrassing to potentially life-threatening.

02/05 Evosmos: Unknowns uprooted trees that had been planted for the victims of Tempe

They broke 12 trees out of 57+1 trees planted by students and police in memory of the victims

02/05 Padma Lakshmi recalls painful endometriosis battle: ‘I was really forlorn’

“I’ve had five different procedures. And I was very lucky to have my daughter — she was basically a miracle.”

01/05 Villa found near Mount Vesuvius may be where Emperor Augustus died

The 'extravagant' villa contains huge elaborate pillars, ancient pots known as amphora that likely held wine and even a statue of Dionysus, the Greek god of fertility.

01/05 Activist’s ‘puberty blockers’ sign sparks ugly confrontation at Melbourne University

WARNING: Strong language

28/04 Palestine protester tells demonstrator 'You're just a white person'

A protester was openly racist during a pro-Palestine demonstration at the UCLA encampment in Southern California. The incident is part of a host of protests across the U.S.

26/04 Women should give up vaping if they want to get pregnant, study suggests

Research finds hormone that indicates fertility at lower levels in vapers and tobacco smokers

26/04 Don’t vape if you want to have children, scientists tell women

Figures suggest vapers have lower levels of a protein that is a useful proxy for determining fertility

26/04 U.S. Birth Rate Falls to All-Time Low

The U.S. birth rate has dropped to an all-time low, according to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

26/04 How gymgoers are unknowingly pumping themselves full of steroids

Testosterone levels typically decrease with age, with some men in their 40s and 50s getting supplements to boost their mood, energy levels and libido.

26/04 CDC: U.S. Birth Rate at Record Low After Pandemic Boost

The decrease is ultimately a return to the two-decades-long trend of Americans having fewer children after a small boost during the pandemic.

25/04 What do the statistics say about more children being born in Muslim families? What is happening in the world including India?

While addressing a rally on Sunday, PM Narendra Modi had said that if Congress comes to power, it can distribute the country's wealth among infiltrators and families with more children. It is believed that the issue of having more children was an indictment on Muslims. But do they really give birth to more children? If yes, then is it like this only in India, or is this the pattern in the world al

25/04 US fertility rate drops to lowest rate in a century...

Latest data from the CDC released yesterday showed just shy of 3.6million children were born in the US last year, also down two percent from the previous year.

24/04 The mystery of the 'Ozempic babies': do women who use anti-obesity drugs become more fertile?

The latest benefits that have been assigned to the family of better-known anti-GLP1 drugs, such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, are the "ozempic babies." And nothing more...

23/04 California couples claim IVF clinic knowingly implanted DEAD embryos

Nine California couples allege that bungling lab workers at Ovation Fertility destroyed the embryos with harmful cleaning chemicals during storage.

23/04 Weight-loss drug Ozempic could lead to birth defects

Women warned against getting pregnant while on the drug after reports it was being used in the US to boost fertility

22/04 ‘Really low for Australian history’: Our fertility rate is dropping steadily amid cost of living crisis

Australia’s birthrates are at startling lows two decades on from the Liberal Party’s baby bonus, prompting concerns from demographers who say our nation must prepare for population decline.