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Smoking can increase the risk of infertility in women by 40%, WHO warns
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Smoking can increase the risk of infertility in women by 40%, WHO warns

SIC Notícias8 September 2026 at 10:57

The World Health Organization warned, through a new review of studies, that smoking can increase the risk of infertility in women by 40%. Tobacco has a significant impact on female reproductive health.

The organization recommends that people quit smoking, highlighting that stopping tobacco use can bring important benefits for reproductive health. Quitting cigarettes is pointed out as a measure with the potential to improve the chances of conception.

The effects of tobacco on fertility are not limited to women. According to WHO, smoking can also affect male fertility and reduce the effectiveness of assisted reproduction treatments, harming couples at different stages of the procreation process.

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