Though there are many types of fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs) to use when looking to achieve or avoid pregnancy, it is important that women and couples are properly educated and instructed on how to use each method.
A Medical Student’s Experience using FABMs
: For our last blog post in National Men’s Health Month, we are highlighting an interview with a couple who eventually found a fertility-based method that worked for them after trying several different methods.
Use of fertility awareness-based methods for safer conception for women in HIV-serodifferent relationships: A Research Review
To mark National HIV Testing Day today, we are highlighting research related to people living with HIV and their fertility planning strategies.
A dynamic duo takes on the Sympto-Thermal method
Conor Bradley, a former participant of the FACTS elective, interviewed the couple, who will be referred to by pseudonyms Jeff and Jackie to respect their privacy.
Antioxidants for Male Subfertility
As we continue to mark National Men’s Health Month, we are featuring another research study examining men’s fertility, infertility and, in this case, subfertility and the role of antioxidants.
For FABMs and family planning, it takes two!
Dr. Tyler Raeford, an aspiring family physician and former FACTS elective participant, interviewed Lucy and Robert* about how each of them took an active role in using the Creighton Model to successfully plan their family.
The Effects of Vitamin D3 Supplementation in Infertile Men
At FACTS, we recognize that fertility is a vital sign of health and studies show men’s long-term health and well-being is tied to healthy fertility.
The Effect of Nutrients and Dietary Supplements on Sperm Quality Parameters
Carley Warner, a medical student who participated in the FACTS elective, summarized a 2018 meta-analysis published in Advances in Nutrition of more than two dozen randomized clinical trials that assessed factors affecting sperm quality.
Effectiveness of Fertility Awareness-Based Methods: What are the facts?
As we commemorate those who have given their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces this Memorial Day Weekend, we highlight a review article summary written by a Family Physician who served in the Air Force.
The Effect of Levonorgestrel-Releasing IUDs on Mental Health
As we continue our series highlighting Mental Health Awareness Month, we are featuring a patient interview that makes clear the dual need for comprehensive contraceptive counseling in modern medicine and compassionate care for patients with mental health issues.
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