Every couple's dream is to start their own family and have their own children but what if this dream will only be just a dream for them. It sad that most couples aren't aware of these modern technologies that would help them achieving their dream to have a child. That is why Merck Philippines continues its advocacy to raise fertility awareness among people Nationwide.
Merck Philippines, the local arm of the world's oldest pharmaceutical and chemical company, joined forces with IVF Davao, Inc. (In-Vitro Fertilization Davao) making it Mindanao's first IVF facility, for a public information project promoting awareness on infertility and it's medical solutions.
They have conducted a media forum at Marco Polo Hotel Davao. They've discussed the sciences of ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology), which is an umbrella term that refers to in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and its variants.
In-vitro fertilization is a procedure that involves removing eggs from the woman's ovaries and fertilizing them outside the body. Once the egg is fertilized with the sperm and turned into a good embryo they are gently pushed in to the uterus through catheter.
Bulletpoints:
- Infertility is defined as not being able to conceive a child after 12 months or more of unprotected intercourse. It is a significant life crisis faced by a lot of couples worldwide . It is not only with the physical problem but also mentally, socially, psychologically affecting the couples.
- Causes of infertility among men are:
- Abnormal sperm production and delivery
- Lifestyle: smoking, alcohol, marijuana
- Environment: frequent heat exposure
- Medical Problems: Hypertension and Diabetes
- Causes of Infertility among women are:
- Polycystic ovary syndrome
- Premature ovarian failure
- Increasing age ( 35 years old and above)
- Excess body fat or too little body fat can affect ovulation
- IVF procedure is safe and not invasive.
- For packages it starts at P285,000.00 which is a good offer
- National sucess rate for IVF babies are 50%. This number is set to increase with the abundance of IVF Davao's specialty group, gov't, and corporate partners.
- Biggest challenges according to the testimonials of the couples are Patience and Financial Support, Time and Effort.
- Biggest Challenge for the medical team is Spreading the awareness of such helpful technology in giving life to dreams for Filipino couples to have a child and the maintenance of their facility in order to keep the embryos in good environment.
- IVF Davao have also catered same sex couples. Its very open to all gender and ages.
Dr, Ma, Lourdes Cabling, President of the IVF davao, said that " The process is easy, it's simple, the technology is available and most of all, we made it much more affordable for our fellow Filipino."
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They will be conducting a Patient's Forum about Fertility Awareness at Marco Polo Hotel Davao
(just simply click this link aboove and send in your name and contact details )
I am very delighted to be a part of this event because I, as a health practitioner, wants to expand knowledge about this new medical procedures and I really wanted to help raising awareness through health education in the community.
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for more infos...
In-Vitro Fertilization Davao,Inc.
BWC Bldg., Brokenshire Hospital, Madapo Hills, Davao City, Philippines
Tel. Nos. (+63) 82 305.1163/305.3521 local 4507
Mobile Nos.:0927-201-9568/ 0923-591-4713
Email Address: ivfdavaoinc@gmail.com
Website: www.ivfdavaoimc.com
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