Cannabis and fertility: what you need to know before trying to conceive
Cannabis and fertility: what you need to know before trying to conceive Key takeaways New research suggests THC, the active compound in cannabis, may damage eggs and increase the risk of chromosomal abnormalities, miscarriage and failed fertilisation This applies to all cannabis products – oils, edibles, medicinal and recreational forms – not just smoking THC […]
Paracetamol in pregnancy: what the evidence actually shows
Paracetamol in pregnancy: what the evidence actually shows Key takeaways There is no conclusive evidence that paracetamol causes autism or ADHD in children Most studies showing an association are retrospective – they can suggest a link but cannot prove cause and effect Occasional, short-term use of paracetamol in pregnancy is unlikely to be harmful Prolonged […]
Smarter, taller, healthier: what those new IVF embryo tests can actually deliver
Smarter, taller, healthier: what those new IVF embryo tests can actually deliver Key takeaways A new type of genetic test claims to predict which IVF embryo will be tallest, smartest or healthiest – but the science does not support these claims The potential benefits are minimal at best, while the risks of acting on this […]