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Why Republicans Are Adding Anti-IVF Language to Party Platforms, and What It Means for Fertility Access

Five states now include anti-IVF language in GOP platforms, a shift experts warn could restrict fertility access for millions of Americans.

Why Doctors Are Pushing Back Against Acetaminophen Warnings During Pregnancy

ACOG says acetaminophen is safe during pregnancy, warning that avoiding it over unproven autism links may put mothers and babies at greater risk.

Fertility Drug Clomiphene Citrate Linked to Miscarriage Risk at High Doses

Higher doses of clomiphene citrate raise miscarriage risk by up to 38% without improving live birth odds, a study of 21,000 IVF cycles finds.

Why Pregnancy Complications Hit Harder for Black and Latina Women: The Social Needs Connection

Black and Latina women with pregnancy complications face far greater unmet social needs, a Mass General Brigham study finds, revealing a critical gap in.

The Ovary Ages Faster Than You Think,And Scientists Are Learning Why It Matters

Ovaries age faster than any other organ, and Northwestern scientists are finding that decline drives Alzheimer's, heart disease, and more in women.

Why AOC's Egg Freezing Announcement Exposes America's Fertility Access Crisis

Egg freezing costs up to $20,000 and only 12% of large employers cover it, a crisis AOC's announcement brings into sharp focus.

Single Parents Are Reshaping Fertility Treatment: Here's What's Actually Possible

Single parents now have more fertility treatment paths than ever, from IUI to surrogacy, with egg freezing success rates reaching 88.9% for women under 35.

Virginia Voters Will Decide the Fate of Reproductive Freedom This Fall

Virginia voters will decide this fall whether to enshrine reproductive freedom in the state constitution, covering abortion, birth control, and fertility.

A New Name for PCOS Changes How Doctors Will Diagnose and Treat Fertility Problems

PCOS is now officially renamed PMOS, shifting focus to insulin resistance and hormonal imbalance in a change that could improve fertility diagnosis and.

A Rare Pregnancy Complication Linked to a Common Labor-Stopping Drug

Atosiban, a common preterm labor drug, triggered life-threatening lung fluid buildup in a twin pregnancy, adding to only eight known cases worldwide.

Male Fertility Isn't Just Genetics: How Weight, Diet, and Exercise Shape Sperm Health

Obesity harms male fertility through hormones, heat, and inflammation, but diet and exercise can meaningfully improve sperm health, experts say.

Federal Sex Education Overhaul Shifts Focus From Teen Pregnancy Prevention to Promoting Parenthood

Teen pregnancy rates fell 70% under federal sex education programs now being defunded as the Trump administration shifts focus to fertility awareness and.

Why Preeclampsia Rates Soar in Some Communities: The Hidden Role of Stress and Inequality

Preeclampsia hit 25% of low-income Latinas in one El Paso study, triple the national rate, revealing how poverty and immigration stress fuel the condition.

Fertility Clinics Are Selling 'Egg Rejuvenation' Without Proof It Works

Fertility clinics are selling "egg rejuvenation" IVF add-ons with no proven benefit, and experts warn the procedure carries serious unknown risks.

Congress Pushes Major IVF Access Bill as Fertility Doctors Warn of Widespread Gaps in Coverage

A new federal IVF bill with 165 co-sponsors aims to mandate insurance coverage and cut costs for the one in six Americans who experience infertility.

Most UK Fertility Clinics Won't Let Patients Donate Eggs for Research. Here's Why That Matters.

Only 1 in 5 UK fertility clinics offer egg donation for research, limiting breakthroughs like the base-editing study that revealed how NANOG shapes human.

Most Popular IVF Add-On Treatments Lack Strong Evidence, Major Review Finds

A major Lancet review finds most popular IVF add-on treatments lack strong evidence of improving live birth rates, despite high costs to patients.

Fertility Clinics Face New Reporting Requirements as Lawmakers Push Embryo Regulations

Bills in Arkansas, Texas, and Oklahoma could restrict IVF access by requiring clinics to report embryo decisions and defining life at fertilization.

China's New Tax on Condoms Signals a Dramatic Shift in Reproductive Policy

China will tax condoms at 13% for the first time in 30 years, a reproductive policy shift experts warn could harm women's access to contraception.

Your Daily Habits May Matter More Than You Think for Fertility Success

Daily habits like sleep, diet, and stress levels can meaningfully boost fertility success, even improving IVF outcomes alongside medical treatment.

What Happens When IVF Clinics Make Mistakes? A Hong Kong Case Raises Questions About Embryo Safety

A Hong Kong IVF clinic mixed up embryo biopsy specimens from two couples, exposing serious gaps in fertility clinic regulation and patient safety.

How Inflammation Triggers Preterm Birth: Scientists Test a New Way to Stop It

Scientists find that giving rytvela before inflammation starts may lower preterm birth risk, revealing why timing is critical in high-risk pregnancies.

Pregnancy After 40 Is Possible, But Here's What Celebrities Aren't Telling You

Pregnancy after 40 is possible, but experts say conception odds drop below 5% monthly and celebrity success often hides IVF or donor eggs.

Illinois Pharmacists Can Now Prescribe Birth Control Directly to Patients

Illinois pharmacists can now prescribe birth control directly to patients, skipping the doctor visit entirely under a new state standing order.

The Hidden Risks of GLP-1 Drugs Before and During Pregnancy

Women using GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide face 11 pounds more weight gain and higher risks for gestational diabetes during pregnancy, new study finds.

The SSRI Pregnancy Dilemma: What Research Actually Says About Antidepressants and Your Baby

SSRI pregnancy research reveals mixed evidence: some risks like newborn withdrawal affect 25-30% of babies, but untreated depression poses serious dangers.

IVF Success Rates and Real Costs: What Couples Need to Know Before Starting Treatment

IVF success rates reach 50% for women under 35, but couples need realistic expectations about the true costs and emotional demands before starting.

Your Fertile Window Is Shorter Than You Think: Here's How to Track It Accurately in 2026

Your fertile window lasts only 5-6 days monthly, but new ovulation tracking methods can dramatically improve conception timing when used correctly.

The 3-Month Fertility Nutrition Timeline: What to Expect When You Start

Fertility nutrition changes show results in weeks, but meaningful egg and sperm quality improvements typically emerge at the 3-month mark.