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Marijuana Use and Fertility: The Link Between Men and Autism in Their Children

Given the increased prevalence of marijuana use in the United States and the growing number of states that have legalized its use since 2012, studies are being conducted addressing the…

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How Common is Infertility?

Most people spend a lot of time avoiding pregnancy so when pregnancy is desired, success is expected immediately. Understanding your personal fertility and the factors that affect your fertility potential…

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What Is IVF and How Is It Done?

Patients seeking infertility treatment commonly ask “what is IVF and how is it done?” IVF is an acronym for In Vitro Fertilization which means to fertilize an egg with sperm…

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Gut Microbiome and COVID Symptoms

The microbiome consists of billions of bacteria in and around our bodies, primarily in the gut. They are the regulators, statesmen, warriors, and peacemakers of our existence. The gut microbiome…

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Tips for Maintaining Motivation During COVID-19

Struggling with infertility is challenging, even in the best of times. The isolation and fear brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic make the journey toward a successful pregnancy even harder.…

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Why Two Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine for Pfizer and Moderna?

Many patients are asking why two doses of COVID-19 vaccine for Pfizer and Moderna are necessary. The Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines are two-step regimens. Although the mRNA vaccine is…

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Unexplained Infertility Explained

Nearly all infertility patients come to a fertility clinic wanting to get pregnant and understand why they have not been able to conceive. Although in most cases, particularly those under…

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Understanding How COVID-19 Vaccines Work

Immunization, natural and prescribed, is a beneficial health and public health standard. Awaiting 70% of people to be infected by SARS-COV-2 certainly would impart herd immunity. However, this practice is…

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Dr. Robert Weiss and Dr. Beth Plante Have Been Recognized as Top Reproductive Endocrinologists by Boston Magazine

We are proud to announce that Fertility Centers of New England physicians Dr. Robert Weiss and Dr. Beth Plante have been recognized as Top Reproductive Endocrinologists by Boston Magazine in…

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