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Global fertility rates to decline, shifting population burden to low-income countries
Most of the world's live births will be occurring in poorer countries, according to a study.
Thu Mar 21 2024
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British Columbia first in Canada to provide free contraception
Contraceptive methods covered will include most hormonal pills, implants, injections and intrauterine devices.
Wed Mar 01 2023
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Could a future form of contraception be based on anti-sperm antibodies?
The idea was inspired by cases of immune infertility.
Wed Aug 25 2021
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Women's rights: Long way to go after century of progress
It is estimated that women still earn 19 percent less than men do. Sweden is the best country for paid parental leave. Here's a look at how institutions have evolved to make room for women.
Sun Mar 07 2021
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IVF treatment made accessible to all through IVFKasih
Infertility, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO), is the failure to achieve a pregnancy after 12 months without contraception. It is also the inability to maintain a pregnancy or inabili
Mon Nov 28 2016
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If you're on the pill and weigh more than 75 kilograms, read this
Research is raising new concerns that the 'morning-after' pill is less effective in women who weigh more than 75 kilograms.
Tue Jul 26 2016
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Zika-hit nations should allow access to contraception, abortion: UN
The United Nations on Friday urged countries hit by the dangerous Zika virus to let women have access to contraception and abortion.
Fri Feb 05 2016