Reproductive Health

COVID-19 pandemic epochs liked to shifting fetal growth restriction rates, highlighting the impact of healthcare disruption on pregnancy outcomes

Among infertile women, those treated with fertility-inducing medications face an increased melanoma risk, according to a 2026 systematic review and meta-analysis.

NICE has issued updated fertility guidance for patients with endometriosis following a public consultation with patients and clinicians.

Pregnant women living with HIV face a global tuberculosis incidence rate almost six times that of their non-pregnant HIV-negative counterparts, research has revealed.

Topical application of 4.0% chlorhexidine to the umbilical cord may reduce neonatal mortality in low- and middle-income countries, a 2026 review has found.

War-related disruptions to major global transport routes in the Middle East are delaying the delivery of lifesaving reproductive health supplies.

Ultra-processed food intake around conception may affect fertility in men and early embryo growth in women, according to new research.

HPV self-testing has proved superior to usual care in increasing cervical cancer screening rates in New Zealand, showing promise for marginalised and underscreened populations.

Scientists have developed a new blood test that accurately detects endometriosis, catching cases missed by standard imaging techniques.

Pregnant women subjected to interpersonal racial discrimination are substantially more likely to experience postpartum depression and delivery a baby with very low birth weight.

Researchers have identified the potential biological and psychosocial factors contributing to the bidirectional, multifactorial association between PCOS and depression.

Administering sucrose to newborns just before venepuncture could help relieve pain more than standard comfort measures.

Analysis of fibroid subtypes reveals unique ultrasound patterns and clinical profiles, helping differentiate usual-type from variant uterine fibroids.

Last week, India and South Africa were celebrated by WHO for their progress towards the elimination of cervical cancer.

Women with ADHD are approximately twice as likely to experience perinatal depression that those without.

Researchers have expanded understanding of the pathophysiology behind reproductive mood disorders, as heard at the 2026 Annual Congress of the International Society of Gynecological Endocrinology.

Researchers report that biomarkers such as PGRMC1 and oestrogen metabolism ratios may improve breast cancer risk screening before hormone replacement therapy, supporting more personalised clinical decisions.

Denmark is validated by WHO as the first EU country to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis.

AMH may not accurately reflect ovarian reserve in women with systemic inflammation: an abstract from the 2026 Annual Congress of the International Society of Gynecological Endocrinology.

Cervical cancer risk increases with age in women living with HIV, with a peak at 45-49-years-old.

Rates of prescription of contraceptives are more than 30% higher in the least deprived areas of England, according to new NHS data.

COVID-19 vaccination cuts the risk of preeclampsia in pregnant women by 33%, a 2026 prospective cohort study has found.

Nearly two-thirds of women stop taking prescribed antidepressants during pregnancy, a 2026 cross-sectional analysis has found.

Women who have had the HPV vaccine may need fewer cervical cancer screenings, a 2026 Norwegian study has found.

The WHO has highlighted a surge in maternal deaths in conflict and fragile settings, where an estimated two-thirds of all maternal deaths occur.

Endometriosis-specific MRI templates significantly improve pelvic reporting, a 2026 observational study has found.

AMH and AFC levels do not independently predict embryo euploidy in patients undergoing IVF, a 2026 cohort study has found.

Participants under 25-years-old had the lowest rates of menstrual awareness in both cycle and period length in a 2026 cross-sectional analysis.

Frozen embryo transfer demonstrated comparable perinatal outcomes to fresh transfer but was associated with a higher risk of pregnancy induced hypertension in IVF conceived pregnancies.

Good sleep quality is significantly associated with better ART pregnancy and implantation rates, a 2026 meta-analysis has found.

Light-triggered microneedle patch was tested to deliver IVF hormones on demand using near-infrared light, potentially reducing daily injection burden.

Fertility clinic networks are increasing investment in predictive analytics and digital systems to improve cycle throughput and financial performance.

A new global strategy calls for infertility care to be integrated into reproductive health systems to improve access and equity worldwide.

Updated guidance supports HPV self-sampling as an effective way to increase cervical cancer screening uptake among under-screened women.

Researchers are debating whether ERAP2 can serve as a reliable ageing-derived biomarker for premature ovarian insufficiency, reflecting underlying biological ageing.

New data show that many women do not receive effective contraception in the postpartum period, highlighting missed opportunities in reproductive healthcare.

Updated guidance highlights persistent gaps in endometriosis diagnosis and care, calling for earlier recognition and more integrated reproductive health services.

New data show that many women lack access to preconception health advice, highlighting missed opportunities to improve reproductive and pregnancy outcomes.

A new systematic review found associations between alterations in the reproductive tract microbiota and miscarriage risk, with potential implications for reproductive health.

A recent study links chemotherapy to impaired ovarian function and fertility through oxidative damage to ovarian follicles.