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Infertility affects up to 17.5% of the global population.
Awareness of the prevalence of infertility can guide public health initiatives.
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Infertility is a widespread issue which is estimated to affect up to 17.5% of the global population.
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COMMENTARY PART 2: WEIGHT LOSS INTERVENTIONS FOR IMPROVING FERTILITYA SYNTHESIS OF CURRENT EVIDENCE
Emma Schneider et al. · The Practising Midwife · 2024
DOI 10.55975/qltp8768
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