What is PCOS and why has it been renamed?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) impacts one in ten women in Ireland. You may have heard that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has officially been renamed. This comes after a 14 year battle, and a global push to improve diagnosis and treatment of the condition. It will now be known as polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). The […]
3 months ago
5 things all women should know about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 10 percent of Irish women of reproductive age. Due to the absence of a regular menstrual cycle, some women suffering from PCOS may find it difficult to conceive naturally. We caught up with Sims IVF about five things we all should know about PCOS and fertility. 1. What is PCOS? […]
1 year ago
Why people who take medication need to be extra careful in a heatwave
A number of common medications are associated with inhibiting the body’s ability to cope in heat. Temperatures are rising again in Ireland, but while everyone’s trying to make the most of fun in the sun, it’s important to remember that a number of risks come with higher temperatures. As lovely as it is to see […]
1 year ago
Gemma Collins gets honest about why she is postponing her wedding
Gemma Collins has revealed she has postponed her wedding, but it’s for a very important reason. Reality star Gemma Collins admitted she has no “real interest” in tying the knot, but would rather focus on trying to get pregnant. The Only Way Is Essex star said she is in no rush to marry her partner Rami […]
3 years ago
Fertility Consultant explains “the most common and manageable cause of infertility”
September is PCOS Awareness Month. This week on HerFamily, Fertility Consultant Dr Bart Kuczera from Beacon CARE Fertility answers the most common questions regarding PCOS. Victoria Beckham and Jools Oliver have openly discussed their experiences with PCOS. But what exactly is it and how does it affect fertility? And what are, as Kuczera describes, “the […]
4 years ago
Fertility dietitian explains how diet and exercise can help those with PCOS on fertility journey
Many Irish women suffer with PCOS. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects many Irish women, about ten per cent of women of reproductive age. Due to the absence of a regular menstrual cycle, some women suffering from PCOS may find it difficult to conceive naturally making PCOS one of the most common causes of infertility in […]
5 years ago