IVF innovation boosts viable embryo selection
Researchers at Monash University have developed a light-emitting microchip that can safely measure the energy produced by embryos, a key indicator of embryo health.
Nov 11, 2024
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Therapeutics: News and Research on Fertilization in Vitro
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As nuns disappear, many Catholic hospitals look more like megacorporations
Inside the more than 600 Catholic hospitals across the country, not a single nun can be found occupying a chief executive suite, according to the Catholic Health Association.
Nov 7, 2024
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Research shows chain clinics improve IVF outcomes
In the U.S., demand for in vitro fertilization (IVF) increased almost 140% between 2004 and 2018. Among other things, this trend suggests a business opportunity; in that same span of time, the market share of for-profit chain ...
Oct 18, 2024
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New findings could help offer future treatments for unexplained infertility
A molecule present in elevated levels in the uterine lining could play a key role in a person's ability to become pregnant, new findings suggest.
Oct 15, 2024
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Study finds defective sperm doubles the risk of preeclampsia
For the first time, researchers have linked specific frequent defects in sperm to risk of pregnancy complications and negative impacts on the health of the baby. The study from Lund University in Sweden shows that high proportion ...
Oct 11, 2024
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Use of the term 'postcode lottery' and its meaning has changed dramatically over time, UK study shows
New research shows the idea of the "postcode lottery" was first used in 1997 to express concern about how access to National Health Service (NHS) drugs and treatment varied from place to place. But its meaning has since broadened ...
Oct 4, 2024
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Q&A: What's covered by California's new IVF insurance requirement?
Starting next July, some California residents' health insurance will pay for in-vitro fertilization, but it doesn't apply to everyone.
Oct 2, 2024
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Why it matters when men like Walz speak up about infertility
Every time Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz talks on a national stage about his and his wife's years-long struggle with infertility, countless people who've shared that same precarious journey can't help but tear up.
Oct 2, 2024
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Babies born after fertility treatment have higher risk of heart defects, results suggest
The risk of being born with a major heart defect is 36% higher in babies who were conceived after assisted reproductive technology, such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), according to results of a very large study published ...
Sep 26, 2024
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Surrogacy is booming. But new research suggests the pregnancies could be higher risk for women and babies
A new study from Canada has found women who agree to carry and birth babies in surrogacy arrangements face a higher risk of complications than other pregnant women.
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