infertility and reproductive health

Diet rich in fruits and cereals and low in red meat, alcohol and coffee helps boost fertility, reports Brazilian researchers. Obesity and smoking habit exert negative impact the health of sperms.

It may come a bit too late, but a very deserving Robert Edwards has finally been awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine for the year 2010!

Mobile phones emit non-ionizing radio frequency waves and operate in a frequency ranging from about 850 to 1900 megahertz (MHz).

A teenager born to a donor sperm traces his genetic father using the DNA test and some Internet searches, raising ethical and social concerns about assisted reproduction that were not thought of when it started

Alzheimer's disease affects millions of people across the globe. A recent research has revealed an important role of contraceptive pills in preventing Alzheimer’s disease in post menopausal women.

Screening for chlamydial infection is recommended in women at high-risk for developing the infection.

Women labeled as ‘barren’ have hope with ‘Artificial Reproductive Techniques’ –Read about the inspiration and struggles of the Pioneer from South India.

Oral contraceptives containing drospirenone carry higher risk of venous thromboembolism than those with levonorgestrel, according to a recent study.

A recent research suggests that fathers are less likely to die of heart-related problems when compared those who have not fathered a child.

The first frozen oocyte pregnancy in India has been reported from the Chennai-based GG hospital Fertility Research Centre.

In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a scientific process where egg is fertilized by sperm outside the human body in vitro. It is a landmark treatment for infertility patients.

Infertility is a condition wherein couples fail to achieve pregnancy or if the woman has been unable to carry a pregnancy that results in a live birth.

Recent studies show that changes in this environment could be responsible for physical differences between twins.

The current trend among the working class people is to postpone the starting of a family. This will lead to dramatic rise in the incidence of infertility.

Contraception is “the prevention of gamete fusion during or after a sexual activity”. IUDs are a highly effective and safe emergency contraceptive method, according to a recent study.

A 67-year-old man, who survived 12 heart attacks, has fathered a baby girl with his 31-year-old wife of 11 years through IVF treatment.

The struggle and the rise of sexual medicine in South India in an interview with Dr.Narayana Reddy, a noted sexologist from southern India.

Egg Donation is a term commonly used to refer to the contribution of her eggs by a woman to another, who lacks the ability to produce her own.

Pistachio diet improves erectile function parameters and serum lipid profiles in patients with erectile dysfunction, suggests studies.

A first time surrogate mother shares her experience on what it means to her to offer childless couples the joyous opportunity of being parents.

Researchers have developed an easier and cheaper way of freeze drying eggs. This allows storage of eggs at room temperature for long in sealed sachets. It is a boon for women awaiting IVF treatment.

Over the last century the male sperm count has been gradually falling.

Breast cancer treatment is often associated with problems in sexual functioning and alteration of body image. These aspects should be taken into account while treating a woman with breast cancer.

The findings of a recent research suggest that women who have a low BMI are an increased risk of endometriosis.