A Physician’s Personal Journey using FABMs: An Interview with Dr. Molly
This compelling interview with a family physician in Ontario, Canada explores ways to integrate fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs) into clinical practice and medical education.
Will Transdermal Estradiol and Micronized Progesterone Prevent Peri-menopausal Depressive Symptoms?
Summarizing a research review by Gordon et al, former FACTS elective student Anish Patel teaches us about the application of transdermal estradiol combined with micronized progesterone to address depressive symptoms in this population.
The Reach of FABMs Beyond Family Planning
Sabel Hicks, a former FACTS elective student, interviewed Jeni,* a friend who has been using fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs) to track her cycle for years.
Allopregnanolone, The Hormone that Connects Mental Health and Menses?
This research published in Psychoneuroendocrinology by researchers Kimbal et al. analyzed the allopregnanolone-to-progesterone ratio across the menstrual cycle and in menopause. Deepa Manda, a former FACTS elective participant, summarized this 2020 study, discussed how allopregnanolone might connect to mental health, and noted that this hormone might one day become a part of the hormonal assessment done in various fertility awareness-based methods.
The Impact of Combined Hormonal Birth Control on Insulin Sensitivity and Inflammation
By: Jessica Kerpez Editor’s Note: This week, we feature a research review summarized by Jessica Kerpez, a medical student and former FACTS elective participant. While previous studies have identified decreased insulin sensitivity in […]
Assessing Young Women’s Knowledge About Fertility and Their Fertility Health Risk Factors: A Research Review
January marks Cervical Health Awareness Month. This week, we are featuring a 2005 research review summarized by Lindsay Terry Sawyer, a medical student and former FACTS elective
Ovulation Induction and Cancer Risk: A Research Review
January marks Cervical Health Awareness Month. This week, we are featuring a 2005 research review summarized by Lindsay Terry Sawyer, a medical student and former FACTS elective
‘A huge blind spot’: Medical schools could be doing more for women’s health
FACTS Ambassadors are medical or health professional students and residents from across the country (and the world!) who desire to learn more about fertility awareness
Estrogen, Progesterone, and Exercise Metabolism: A Review
Happy 2023 from our FACTS Team! It’s an exciting time as we have officially become our own independent organization, FACTS about Fertility, Inc.
The Culture of Support Needed among FABM Practitioners and Medical Professionals
Dr. Nwamah took the FACTS elective as a fourth-year medical student and shared how she was blown away by the wealth of knowledge she gained