Due to the lack of strong evidence supporting the claim that cosmetic genital surgery is safe and effective, the second ...

FIGO is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dr Timothy Robert Bradley Johnson on 27 May 2025. Known to many at FIGO and ...

Gillian Slinger, former Head of FIGO's Fistula Training Initiative for over a decade, began her career as a midwife in the UK and Switzerland. Driven by the stories of hardship she encountered, she ...

In recognition of the need for a world federation to address the threat of toxic environmental chemicals to human reproductive and developmental health on the global stage, the International ...

The FIGO Committee on Reproductive Medicine, Endocrinology and Infertility has published a paper that explores the ethical concerns and core principles surrounding gamete donation. This position ...

We are delighted to announce an exceptional line-up of keynote speakers who will set the tone for this year’s Congress with their vision, leadership and passion for women’s health and rights. Our ...

Induction of foetal asystole refers to the medical procedure that intentionally causes the cessation of the foetal heart (cardioplegia). In the context of abortions at advanced gestations, ...

FIGO regularly issues statements and joint statements.

According to the World Cancer Research Fund, ovarian cancer is the eighth most common cancer among women worldwide with over 300,000 new cases detected every year. It remains one of the most ...

Our member spotlight series celebrates the successes and achievements of our diverse membership, recognising the continued efforts of our member societies to advance women’s health and rights in their ...

FIGO is proud to unveil a landmark special section in the International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics (IJGO), focused on oncofertility cryopreservation—a critical and growing field that bridges ...

All societies should seek to improve nutrition in their populations, including adequate micronutrients such as iron. However, identifying and effectively treating the causes of HMB while restoring the ...