Breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women of reproductive age worldwide. It can be hormone-dependent or non hormone-dependent, and early detection significantly improves survival. It’s well established that prolonged exposure to oestrogen can increase the risk of developing certain types of breast cancer. This often raises an important question for women considering fertility […]
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At NOW-fertility, we know that fertility care is more than a medical treatment – it’s about supporting your body, mind, and lifestyle every step of the way to achieve the best chance. That’s why in the months of November and December 2025, we’re excited to offer a special opportunity for anyone booking an initial consultation
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Experiencing a miscarriage after IVF treatment can be deeply upsetting. It’s important to realise however that miscarriage rates after IVF are comparable to those in natural conception, and that many women who experience this go on to have healthy pregnancies in the future. Understanding why a miscarriage happens and knowing what to do next can
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It’s understandable to be concerned if you are told that your endometrial lining looks ‘too thin’ during IVF. For a long time, fertility specialists have viewed a thin lining as an indicator that implantation is unlikely, which could lead to embryo transfer being cancelled. A new study has suggested however that positive outcomes may still
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Yes, they can. In 2023, the United Arab Emirates announced a significant shift in its reproductive healthcare laws, opening up new opportunities for couples dreaming of starting a family. Under the revised legislation, unmarried, non-Muslim couples became eligible to access IVF treatment, marking a major step forward in fertility rights in the region. This was
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Patient Story IVF over 50 Sylvie, 52, from Switzerland, married Sylvie and her husband enquired about embryo donation and our team recommended treatment in Poland, at one of the clinics within our network, as Sylvie is over 50. We advised her to first have a procedure to remove her fibroids – the cause of the failure of her
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A couple in the United States has welcomed a healthy baby boy born from a donated embryo that was frozen for more than 30 years—now the oldest known frozen embryo to result in a live birth. The embryo was created through IVF in 1994. After having a child herself, the donor mother chose long-term storage
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As we close out Fibroids Awareness Month, our Chief Medical Officer, Dr Antoine Abu Musa, explores the connection between fibroids and fertility. Fibroids are benign tumours of the uterus and are the most common gynaecological abnormality. They can lead to problems like heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, pressure discomfort, and infertility. The connection
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Figures just released by the UK’s fertility regulator (HFEA) show that multiple births after IVF have decreased to 3.5%, one of the lowest rates in the world. Is this a good thing? Yes, it is. Multiple births are one of the biggest risks of fertility treatment, for both patients and babies. In the past, the
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If you’re considering IVF, one of the most common questions is ‘What are my chances of success?’. But while success rates can provide helpful insight, it’s important to recognise their limitations and to take personal circumstances into account when exploring treatment options. There are a wide range of personal and medical factors that can influence
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