Monthly Archives: October 2019
A breakthrough in treating low testosterone?
Researchers at the University of Southern California have successfully grown human, testosterone-producing cells in the lab, paving the way to someday treat low testosterone with personalized replacement cells. In the Proceedings from the National Academy of Sciences, scientists describe how … Continue reading
Chlamydia affects men’s fertility too, research finds
The potential impact of undiagnosed sexually transmitted chlamydia infection on men’s fertility has been highlighted in a study led by Queensland University of Technology (QUT), which for the first time found chlamydia in the testicular tissue biopsies of infertile men … Continue reading
‘We felt like members of a family’ at RSCNJ
A happy patient of ours has this to say about her treatment at RSCNJ: “I LLLOOOVVVEEEEE Dr. Martinez and his team. After suffering a few losses, they literally made the most anxiety-ridden experience in my life joy-filled and excited. I … Continue reading
Did you know New Jersey mandates infertility coverage?
Only 16 states in the U.S.—including New Jersey—currently have laws requiring health insurance companies to provide coverage for infertility treatment. The insurance mandate states that any insurance provider who provides pregnancy-related benefits must also cover infertility treatment and IVF costs. … Continue reading
Research offers clues to women’s fertility changes over time
Throughout life, a woman’s fertility curve goes up and down, and researchers have now shown why. The results might have impact on fertility counseling and in the longer term for treatment of infertility. Researchers have mapped out some of the … Continue reading
Hope you can make it to Point Pleasant Beach for the Breast Cancer Walk
During the month of October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, all of us at Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey support the American Cancer Society and research to help decrease breast cancer mortality rates. The ACS has created a website, … Continue reading
Treatment with ‘a positive vibe’
A patient of ours writes: “Dr. Mensah is a wonderful physician. Very thorough, explains each part of your process in understandable detail. You never feel rushed and I always have any questions I may have answered. She creates a positive vibe … Continue reading
Dietary supplement from tomatoes may boost sperm quality
Sperm quality can be improved with a simple diet supplement containing a compound found in cooked tomatoes, according to new research by the University of Sheffield, in England. The discovery could transform the outlook for men with fertility problems and … Continue reading
New podcast: Fertility options for single women
In our newest podcast, Dr. Virginia Mensah discusses the fertility options for single women. Fertility treatment is becoming a common experience for many women who may not have found a partner or who do not want to enter into a … Continue reading
How the pineapple became the icon of IVF
According to a recent story in the New York Times, “pineapples have become a powerful symbol for women struggling with infertility. The fruit appears in the profile photos and Facebook feeds of women in online infertility communities, and dominates hashtags … Continue reading
