reproductive health
She’s Got It
A growing FemTech market in Asia is empowering women to manage their reproductive health.
Sperm Frozen For 15 Years Still Lead To Live Births
A large sperm bank study shows that sperm frozen for up to 15 years have a live birth success rate comparable to sperm frozen for only a short time.
Taking The Pulse Of Reproductive Disorders
Scientists in Hong Kong and the UK have devised a method to monitor hormone pulse patterns in patients with reproductive disorders.
Extending The Life-Span Of Frozen Sperm
Scientists in Japan have developed a cold preservation technology that keeps refrigerated mouse sperm alive for up to ten days.
Air Pollution Linked To Lower Sperm Quality
An international team of scientists have demonstrated that prolonged exposure to particulate matter in the air could affect sperm quality.
Breastfeeding For More Than A Year Lowers Risk Of Metabolic Syndrome
Mothers who breastfeed longer may lower their risk of metabolic syndrome and related disorders including high blood pressure and high cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
Cesarean Rate In China Not As High As Previously Thought
Research shows that cesarian delivery rate in China is lower than the World Health Organization's estimate.
Test Tube Sperm Produce Apparently Healthy Offspring
Researchers have successfully coaxed stem cells into sperm-like cells that can produce healthy offspring.
‘Smelly Egg Gas’ Might Help With Male Infertility
Hydrogen sulphide, the gas which gives rotten eggs their characteristic smell, could be used to mitigate heat-induced testicular injury.
IVF Babies Just As Healthy As Naturally Conceived Ones
A large survey carried out by researchers in Australia has allayed the fears of IVF baby parents.
