INFERTILITY
Isha Ambani shares her IVF story of conceiving twins, calls Radhika Merchant a 'close confidante'
Isha Ambani Piramal recently shared her experience of conceiving twins through IVF in an interview with Vogue India, aiming to dispel the taboo around the procedure. She emphasized the importance of normalizing IVF, noting the physical and emotional challenges involved. Isha highlighted the support of her close female friends, including her sister-in-law Shloka Mehta and Radhika Merchant.
‘Kerala Story’ actress Adah Sharma reveals she has endometriosis; 42 mn Indian women live with this painful condition
Actress Adah Sharma recently shared details about a challenging health diagnosis. The 'Kerala Story' star revealed she is suffering from endometriosis. In an interview with the Hindustan Times, she mentioned that fluctuating between being thin and plump for different roles might have contributed to her diagnosis.
Watch what you eat! Your diet can have a influence on your descendant's genes!
Genes, regions of DNA that are largely responsible for our physical characteristics, were considered unchanging under the original model of genetics pioneered by biologist Gregor Mendel in 1865. That is, genes were thought to be largely unaffected by a person's environment.
‘Aranmanai’ star Sundar C opens up on how his wife, actress-politician Khushbu struggled with infertility
The director acknowledged that the moment was emotionally charged for them, given the challenges they had faced before their daughter's birth. He disclosed that his wife had been unwell and grappling with mental distress, as doctors had expressed doubts about her ability to conceive.
Researchers find connection between male infertility and cancer risk
A recent study has found a potential link between male infertility and an increased risk of certain cancers in their families. The research, conducted using the Utah Population Database, indicates that families of men with infertility may have a higher susceptibility to cancers such as those affecting the colon and testis. The study's findings suggest the need for personalized approaches in assessing cancer risks and could lead to more effective preventive measures.
‘Om Shanti Om’ director Farah Khan opens up on her struggles with infertility, says Shah Rukh Khan left shooting to console her
Khan and her husband director Shirish Kunder welcomed three kids Czar, Diva, and Anya in 2008 through IVF. In a recent interview, the 'Main Hoon Na' director admitted she faced fertility problems when she started her motherhood journey in her 30s.
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India Inc becomes fertile ground for family-planning perks
Fertility benefits covered include associated in-vitro fertilization (IVF), intrauterine insemination (IUI), genetic testing, associated surgeries, associated cryopreservation (egg/sperm/embryo freezing), fertility consultation, fertility medication, hormonal treatment, among others.
Rani Mukerji reveals how she struggled to get over her miscarriage, says she hasn’t come to terms with her inability to have a 2nd child
The ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ actress admitted that age was one of the reasons why she struggled to have another baby. While mourning the loss of her second child, she taught herself to be thankful to God for having her daughter, who she referred to as her “miracle child.”
'Shark Tank India' judge Namita Thapar candidly opens up about perimenopause struggles during show: Watch
Namita Thapar, the executive director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals and a judge on Shark Tank India, recently shared her personal struggles with perimenopause during an episode of the show. She spoke openly about experiencing heavy bleeding and discomfort, leading to anaemia. Thapar's candid disclosure prompted widespread support and dialogue on social media, highlighting the importance of destigmatizing discussions surrounding women's health.
Study reveals men with low sperm count face heightened risk of cancer
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Utah has revealed that men with lower sperm counts or azoospermia (no sperm production) face increased risks of various cancers. The study, published in the journal Human Reproduction, found that families of men with poor fertility exhibited higher risks of bone and joint, lymphatic, soft tissue, thyroid, and testicular cancers.
Eggs from men, sperm from women: Stem cell therapy may just turn reproduction upside down!
It may soon be possible to coax human skin cells into becoming functional eggs and sperm using a technique known as "in vitro gametogenesis"
Ready to pass the Dry January challenge? 5 ways to steer clear of alcohol
The challenge originated in the United Kingdom in 2013. The concept was created by Alcohol Change UK, as an attempt to help alcoholics steer clear of alcohol successfully.
Tackling male infertility: 5 ways to improve sperm quality
Research also shows sperm counts are declining worldwide, and that lifestyle and environmental factors can reduce male fertility.
Artificial wombs: A revolutionary invention that can be a beacon of hope for infertile women
Artificial wombs could disrupt long-established norms in more profound ways, as there would no longer be a "birth mother" at all.
Poor Heart Health, Colon Cancer, Infertility: How Diabetes Affects Your Health
Diabetes is a chronic condition that is associated with increased blood sugar levels. This health condition can lower lifespan and also affect your heart health. However, its ill effects do not end there. From certain types of cancer to infertility, diabetes is associated with many health woes.
101 mn people in India live with diabetes; 5 food items that can spike your blood sugar levels
Millions of people in India are living with diabetes, a chronic disease, which though slow to progress, wreaks irreversible damage to the heart, liver, and the pancreas.
Male infertility is increasing daily; infertile men tend to have shorter life spans, says new study
Men are currently designated 'infertile' based on family history, physical examination, hormone profiles and semen analyses.
Ketogenic diet may boost weight loss and promote regular cycles in women with PCOS
Keto diet intervention in women with PCOS markedly improved their reproductive hormone levels, along with lowering their follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) ratio, which meant they had a better chance of ovulating thereby, enhancing fertility.
New moms at higher risk of stroke after conceiving via fertility treatment, says new study
Women who undergo infertility treatment and become pregnant have a higher risk of stroke in the year following childbirth compared to women who conceive naturally, according to a study.
Vaccine-free dating is riddled with misinformation
The Covid-19 pandemic may have receded, but dating apps, websites and social media groups still offer to unite vaccine-hating singles who believe debunked falsehoods such as that coronavirus jabs alter DNA or cause infertility.
Infertile lands, barren fields for livestock: India's plan for clean energy plants comes at a great cost
The industry is fruitful in some ways - hundreds of trucks stacked with mineral-rich soil journey back and forth regularly between the mine and processing plants - but it is damaging in others. Farmers say their fields are stripped of fertile earth and livestock desperately comb through now-barren lands for feed.
Now, infertility treatment for employees gets India Inc cover
Recognising the importance of reproductive health and family planning support, a clutch of companies like Accenture, Cognizant, Procter & Gamble, Salesforce and WeWork are making fertility benefits a standard part of comprehensive employee benefits packages to not just attract and retain talent, but also demonstrate their commitment to wellbeing.
Delhi HC seeks Centre stand on plea against exclusion of infertile couples from surrogacy
A bench of Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Subramonium Prasad issued notice to the central government on the petition by a married couple aggrieved by the amendment to the surrogacy law "effectively barring use of surrogacy services by infertile couples unless both of them have the ability to generate gametes".
Mediclaim vs health insurance: 5 things to know
The hospitalisation cover in Mediclaim is limited and typically does not exceed Rs.5 lakh, whereas in health insurance, one can select higher cover which can go up to crores.
WHO report says infertility affects 1 in 6 adults globally
The sheer proportion of people affected show the need to widen access to fertility care and ensure this issue is no longer sidelined in health research and policy, said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General at WHO
Pregnant or worried about infertility? Get vaccinated against COVID-19
It is completely understandable to have questions about how a new vaccine might affect reproductive health. But the science is clear that getting vaccinated does not put women at risk for infertility.
Can Covid vaccines cause infertility? Can you have alcohol 24 hrs after vaccination? Doctors bust 17 myths
Vaccine hesitancy has been on the rise, all thanks to the rumours circulating on social media platforms.
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