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Embryoscope: New Technology Helps Couples Conceive

Tags: embryo, fertility, in vitro fertilization, infertility, IVF, pregnancy

New in vitro fertilization technology shows fertilized embryos developing moment to moment — giving fresh hope to those wanting to start a family.

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Not Pregnant Yet? When to Get Help

Tags: fertility, in vitro fertilization, infertility, IVF, pregnancy

Couples who haven’t conceived after a year of trying should visit an infertility specialist. But in some cases, couples should see the doctor sooner — here’s how to know.

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IUDs and Implants: Safe Options for Young Women

Tags: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ACOG, birth control, contraception, fertility, IUDs, pregnancy, teenage pregnancy

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists issued new guidelines approving other — possibly more effective — options to condoms, pills and patches.

6 Smart Diet Choices for Your Libido

Lost Your Libido? 6 Smart Diet Choices to Get It Back

Tags: diet, fertility, healthy diet, sex, sexual dysfunction, sexual health

If you’ve lost your libido, never fear — it’s easier to get it back than you think. Better diet choices can help.

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7 Choices That Keep Your Sperm Healthy

Tags: family planning, fertility, infertility, men’s health, sperm health

Think of your testicles as a factory where sperm is made. You want the factory to produce a top-notch product, so you must make smart choices to keep your workers happy and healthy.

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7 Surprises About Sperm Banking

Tags: family, fertility, infertility, innovation, men's health, sperm banking, testicular cancer awareness month 2013

Forget what you think you know about sperm banking. The whole process is more advanced, more private and more helpful than ever before.

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Did Your Gynecologist Say ‘SIS?’

Tags: fertility, gynecology, infertility, ob/gyn, pap smear, pap test, postmenopausal bleeding, saline-infusion sonography, SIS, ultrasound

Similar to an ultrasound, saline-infusion sonography (SIS) uses salt water to give a clearer view of the uterus. It can detect polyps, fibroids, and other abnormalities.

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Chat With a Doctor: Fertility Financial Questions Answered

Tags: chat with a doctor, fertility, infertility, infertility treatments, pregnancy, pregnant, webchat

Are you having trouble conceiving? Are you interested in fertility treatment and are unsure about the financial implications? Get answers about fertility and financial issues from a Cleveland Clinic physician and a financial advisor during a live webchat Friday, Nov. 30, 2012, at noon (ET).

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Women in Their 30s: Key Tests and Screenings (Video)

Tags: fertility, HPV, pap smear, women of all ages series

In your 30s you can decrease the number of Pap smear screenings you’ll need with a simple test. Holly L. Thacker, MD, talks about this and other issues important to women in their 30s.

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Women in Their 20s: Keep Tomorrow Healthy (Video)

Tags: chlamydia, fertility, gonorrhea, meningitis, Pap smears, pap test, sexually transmitted diseases, STD, STI, women of all ages series

If you’re in your 20s, protect yourself against potential later problems with these screenings and vaccines. Holly L. Thacker, MD, talks about what you need to do to protect your health now — and for the future.