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Newest firstINTRODUCTION: Infertility affects over 186 million people globally, with about 1 in 7 couples in developed nations experiencing it. Causes include age-related fertility decline and environmental factors. Air pollution is a potential factor, but large-scale evidence is still lacking. This study examines the impact of several air pollutants on infertility in females aged 15 to 60, hypothesizing that air pollution in…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundHealth inequalities in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) often reflect compounding social disadvantages. Intersectionality theory emphasizes that multiple axes of disadvantage can interact to shape health experiences in ways not captured by single-factor analyses (Crenshaw, 1989, 1991). Understanding how poverty and low education combine to affect maternal and reproductive health is essential for…
BackgroundFertility tracking apps have gained widespread popularity as a convenient method for women to monitor their menstrual cycles and improve chances of conception. Despite their prevalence, there is limited research synthesizing womens lived experiences and perceptions regarding the use of these apps. Understanding womens perspectives is crucial to address concerns about accuracy, privacy, and emotional well…
Open article record in new tab ↗IntroductionUsing modern contraceptives is essential for promoting economics, limiting the space of pregnancies, and improving maternal and newborn health outcomes. Despite progress in Cambodia, disparities in contraceptive use persist, particularly across socio-demographic and geographic groups. MethodsThis study examined the prevalence and determinants of modern contraceptive use among married and sexually activ…
Open article record in new tab ↗This randomized experiment tested whether the inclusion of a "something else" response option for a question about sexual identity in a national health survey would significantly moderate estimated differences between sexual identity subgroups in terms of various health outcomes, including substance use and reproductive health. We conducted secondary analyses of data from five consecutive years of the National Sur…
Background Long-acting (LA) injectable preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and on-demand PrEP may improve overall PrEP uptake among men who have sex with men (MSM), but little is understood about the PrEP option preferences of MSM in practical scenarios where they may choose between various PrEP options. Objective This study aims to examine the preferences for starting various PrEP options among a US nationwide online…
BackgroundPersons with disabilities should require the same level of access to contraception as the general population. However, the extent of contraception use among this group is underexplored in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). ObjectiveThis study aimed to determine the prevalence of modern contraception use among persons with disabilities in LMICs and identify the key determinants. MethodsIn June 2024…
BackgroundAdolescent pregnancy poses a significant public health concern due to its association with high levels of maternal morbidity and mortality, particularly in sub-Saharan countries. For early detection and management of obstetric danger signs, appropriate health seeking behaviour on reproductive health among adolescent mother is highly recommended so as to decrease maternal mortality and morbidity related t…
Open article record in new tab ↗Health status during the reproductive years influences fecundity, fertility, and the future health of males and their offspring. There remains a dearth of literature examining men’s preconception health, especially among high-risk populations, such as those with disabilities. The objective of this study was to examine indicators of preconception health, including chronic medical conditions, lifestyle behaviors, an…
Open article record in new tab ↗Cannabis use during pregnancy has continued to rise, particularly in developed countries, as a result of the trend towards legalization and lack of consistent, evidence-based knowledge on the matter. While there is conflicting data regarding whether cannabis use during pregnancy leads to adverse outcomes such as stillbirth, preterm birth, low birthweight, or increased admission to neonatal intensive care units, in…
Aims To assess if marijuana consumption - prevalent among men of reproductive age and becoming widespread due to decriminalization - is associated with changes in semen parameters. Marijuana's active metabolite, tetrahydrocannabinol, can alter signaling pathways within spermatozoa, affecting spermatogenesis and fertility. Methods We prospectively evaluated semen analyses (SA) from men presenting for infertility ev…