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Better Way to Predict Success of Second IVF Attempt?

Data gleaned from first try can help gauge odds of pregnancy the next time, researchers say

MONDAY, July 19 A new technique could give women a better idea of whether they're likely to become pregnant in a second attempt at in-vitro fertilization (IVF) after failing a first time.

In a new study, researchers from the Stanford University School of Medicine rep...Read the full article

Study Suggests Higher Cancer Rate Among IVF Babies

But researchers found no direct cause-and-effect with assisted reproduction technology

MONDAY, July 19 Children conceived using in vitro fertilization have a higher risk of developing cancer than do children who were conceived naturally, new research shows.

While the study found the risk of cancer was increased by 42 percent for Swedish youngsters conc...Read the full article

Health Tip: Signs That You May Have Endometriosis

When uterine tissue grows outside the womb

Endometriosis is a painful condition characterized by uterine tissue that grows outside a woman's uterus.

The U.S. National Women's Health Information Center says warning signs of endometriosis may include:

Menstrual cramps that are very painful or w...Read the full article

Human Sperm Gene Hasn't Changed for 600 Million Years

This DNA is shared across species and seems 'so important it can't change,' researcher says

THURSDAY, July 15 The gene in men that's responsible for sperm production is 600 million years old and appears to be the only gene exclusively required for sperm production in creatures ranging from insects to mammals.

The so-called Boule gene's function has remained...Read the full article

Drugs Like Viagra Linked to Higher Rates of STDs

But it's the behavior, not the medication, that's to blame, researchers say

MONDAY, July 5 Middle-aged and older men who take erectile dysfunction drugs such as Viagra are more likely to have sexually transmitted diseases, a new study of more than 1.4 million men finds.

Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital and the University of Sout...Read the full article

Health Tip: Are You More Likely to Develop Endometriosis?

Here are factors that may increase your risk

Endometriosis occurs when uterine tissue grows outside of a woman's uterus.

The National Women's Health Information Center says the following factors may increase a woman's risk of developing endometriosis:

Not having any children. Having m... Read the full article

Drug May Shrink Fibroids, Preserve Fertility

'Morning after' pill shows early promise as treatment for non-cancerous uterine tumors, study says

THURSDAY, July 1 Preliminary research suggests that a new drug treatment shrinks uterine fibroids and helps women with the non-cancerous tumors retain their fertility.

Uterine fibroids, which cause abdominal pain and heavy menstrual bleeding, are a leading cause of h... Read the full article

Inexperienced Female Athletes Risk Serious Health Problems

Too much exercise, too little nutrition can lead to osteoporosis, fertility issues, experts warn

MONDAY, June 21 As women increasingly compete in marathons and triathlons, experts warn that inexperienced female endurance athletes can damage their health.

Too much exercise and inadequate nutrition can lead to problems such as low energ...Read the full article