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This week is Healthcare Science Week. This annual celebration is a week dedicated to raise awareness and promote the invaluable role of those working within healthcare science; highlighting the difference they make to patients’ lives every day. Later this week we will share more information on the science behind fertility with a ‘day in the […]

What is OHSS? Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is a potentially serious complication of IVF treatment. Although the majority of patients will not experience OHSS, it’s important to be aware of the condition and the symptoms to look out for.   What are the symptoms of OHSS? The symptoms of OHSS are abdominal swelling or bloating […]

Sadly, miscarriage is fairly common. It is estimated that around one in eight pregnancies will end in miscarriage amongst women who are aware they are pregnant. Many more miscarriages occur before someone is even aware they’re pregnant. But is there a link when it comes to miscarriage and fertility?

If you have been trying to get pregnant for a while, the chances are you have come across a whole host of reasons why this might be. It is important, however, to be mindful that not everything you read online or that people tell you is true. Read on as we set out to help you separate the fertility myths from the hard facts about getting pregnant.