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The types of abortion and how to know which is right for you

Women from all types of backgrounds may choose to have an abortion (also known as a termination) in the UK. It is legal up to 24 weeks, or after 24 weeks in limited circumstances (for example, if there is a risk to the mother’s life), in line with the Abortion Act 1967. Whatever your circumstances,…

Fertility problems: When a gynaecologist can help

Fertility problems are a common concern for many women across the world. Globally, there were 110.1 million cases of female infertility in 2021, according to Global Burden of Disease data, with both the number of women affected and the overall health impact having increased significantly since 1990. However, while female infertility has increased in prevalence,…

The uncomfortable truth about STIs: You might not feel a thing

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are common. According to UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) annual data, 401,800 STI diagnoses were recorded in 2023, which is an increase of 4.7% when compared with 2022. However, these figures only show a partial image of the prevalence of STIs in the UK. The actual number of new STIs –…