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Japan is rolling out preconception care nationwide, helping people of all ages learn about pregnancy, health, and family planning as the country seeks positive solutions to support future parents. The comprehensive approach focuses on education and lifestyle support rather than pressure.
A US startup claims it can transform testicular stem cells into functional sperm, offering hope to men whose infertility can't be treated with current methods. The breakthrough could help countless couples struggling to conceive finally start families of their own.
Scientists observing chimpanzees in Uganda's Kibale Forest have documented remarkable behavior: the primates deliberately seek out specific plants to treat illnesses, boost energy, and maintain reproductive health. This ancient practice of animal self-medication is revealing insights that could benefit human medicine.
The Supreme Court ruled Thursday to keep mifepristone, used in most medication abortions, available by mail and telehealth while legal challenges continue. The decision ensures women can access the FDA-approved drug without in-person doctor visits through at least 2027.
Next summer, 300 changemakers will gather in Mombasa to expand health access for Africa's most vulnerable communities. The PROGRESS 2026 symposium brings together youth leaders, policymakers, and activists to protect reproductive health rights across the continent.
A Harvard scientist just won a major prize for creating a tiny device that could transform women's health research without using animals. The palm-sized chip mimics human reproductive tissue and tracks real-time responses to hormones, bacteria, and infections.
The Supreme Court temporarily preserved access to mifepristone, a widely used abortion medication, until at least Thursday while justices consider whether federal restrictions should take effect. The decision maintains current access through pharmacies and telemedicine for women nationwide.
Over one million Europeans just proved you can change what the EU talks about. A citizens' initiative on reproductive health became only the 12th grassroots campaign to reach Parliament in 14 years.
The technology that gave us the first "test tube baby" in 1978 has transformed into something far more powerful. Today's IVF offers safer treatments, better success rates, and new paths to parenthood for millions.
Ten homegrown tech startups across Africa and Asia just won $100,000 each to bring reproductive healthcare to millions of women who can't reach a clinic. They're using AI, chatbots, and smartphones to solve problems governments haven't fixed yet.
A WHO-approved contraceptive breakthrough is helping Nigeria meet its family planning goals. Women can now access an affordable, self-administered birth control shot that puts reproductive health in their own hands.
The Supreme Court stepped in Monday to restore access to mifepristone by mail, pausing a lower court ban that blocked telehealth prescriptions. The move gives millions of people continued access to safe medication while the case moves forward.
After eight doctors suggested removing her uterus, Brittany Pope finally discovered the real cause of her pain: a rare tumor specialists could treat. Her persistence led to answers that preserved her dream of expanding her family.
Smart ring maker Oura just launched a feature that helps people see how hormonal birth control affects their body's rhythms. Starting May 6th, users can track how over 20 types of contraception influence their temperature, sleep, and recovery patterns.
A new AI-powered system is finding sperm in men previously told they had none, giving couples struggling with infertility a real chance at parenthood. The technology has already helped bring hundreds of hopeful parents off waiting lists.
A new AI-powered system is locating sperm in men told they were infertile, giving couples a chance at biological children. The Star system has already helped create families after years of heartbreak.
After nearly dying from an illegal abortion, Sharon Camp spent five decades revolutionizing reproductive healthcare and bringing emergency contraception to millions. Her legacy includes founding the company that developed Plan B and authoring over 70 publications on reproductive justice.
Game designers created What's My Method?, a digital game that helps young people choose birth control by guiding characters through realistic scenarios. Early research shows games like these make patients 40% more likely to make informed health decisions.
A Utah biotech company has successfully grown mature sperm from stem cells in the lab and used them to create healthy-looking embryos. This could help millions of men struggling with infertility conceive biological children.
Kenya just became one of the first African nations to offer public school teachers full coverage for fertility treatments. The landmark agreement also eliminates out-of-pocket medical costs and covers treatment abroad.
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