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Some of the most persistent myths about COVID-19 vaccination have been false rumours that it can affect fertility in men or women. There has never been any evidence to support this misinformation.
Genetic testing of embryos during IVF doesn’t increase the odds of having a baby. But there are a number of downsides, including cost.
New research shows technologies like pregnancy apps do not account for pregnancy loss 72% of the time, causing real harm to users.
The complex and fascinating community of ‘bugs’ that live in the vagina have just been linked to a groundbreaking new test to identify the risk of preterm birth.
How the immune system learns not to attack a developing fetus and placenta is important to understanding pregnancy and its common complications, like miscarriage.
Research shows women who have experienced miscarriage are at twice the risk of experiencing depression and anxiety and four times the risk of suicide. That’s why workplaces need to step up.
Miscarriage occurs in 15% to 25% of diagnosed pregnancies, bringing heartache to millions of women, many of whom blame themselves. In most cases, however, miscarriage is due to random genetic errors.
Added to the complications of dealing with such a unique type of loss, is the fact that many people feel uncomfortable talking about personal issues with their colleagues.
How do women decide whether – and what – to say about their pregnancy loss experiences on social media?
It’s hard to know where to start. But using the right language can help.
Cliched comments like “it wasn’t meant to be” or “don’t worry, you’ll get pregnant” are hurtful and dismissive. Instead, acknowledge their loss, listen and let them grieve.
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Assistant Professor of Information, University of Michigan
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Professor of Psychiatry, Monash University
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Professor of Reproductive and Periconceptual Medicine, The Robinson Institute, University of Adelaide
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Karin Hammarberg is a Friend of The Conversation.
Senior Research Fellow, Global and Women's Health, School of Public Health & Preventive Medicine, Monash University
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Senior Research Fellow, Central Clinical School, Monash University
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Professor, Department of General Practice, University of Melbourne, The University of Melbourne
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Senior Lecturer in English , University of Birmingham
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Professor of English Language and Applied Linguistics, University of Birmingham
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Assistant Professor in Cognitive Linguistics, Coventry University
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Researcher, Midwife, Nurse, UNSW Microbiome Research Centre, UNSW Sydney
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Deputy Dean Education (Faculty of Humanities). Senior Lecturer in Management, Marketing and Entrepreneurship, University of Essex
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Lecturer in Management, University of Leicester
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Gynaecological Surgeon and Sonologist, McMaster University; Adjunct Lecturer, University of Adelaide, University of Sydney
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PhD Candidate and Midwife, La Trobe University
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Research Fellow, The University of Melbourne
