Join FIGO’s expert-led webinar on Thursday 10 July to mark Fibroids Awareness Month. It will explore the latest global data on fibroids prevalence, pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment as well as provide practical, up-to-date knowledge to improve care and outcomes for people living with fibroids worldwide.
Advancing contraception and abortion care through global collaboration
We’re pleased to announce a new collaboration between FIGO, the International Confederation of Midwives (ICM), the UN’s Special Programme in Human Reproduction (HRP) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to improve contraception and abortion care across five countries in Africa and Asia.
FIGO Cape Town 2025: In conversation with Professor Stephen Rulisa
We recently sat down with Professor Stephen Rulisa, Chair of the Scientific Programme Committee, to hear about his vision and content of FIGO’s upcoming XXV World Congress in Cape Town in October. With more sessions, workshops and speakers than ever before, the Congress will showcase a dynamic, inclusive programme spanning clinical excellence, cutting-edge innovation and advocacy for women’s health and rights.
WHO recommendations on the management of sickle cell disease during pregnancy
WHO has released its first ever global guideline to improve the management of sickle-cell disease during pregnancy, addressing a critical and growing health challenge that can have life-threatening consequences for both women and babies. It covers over 20 evidence-based recommendations, that are especially relevant for low- and middle-income settings, to support clinicians and policymakers worldwide.
We would like thank our member societies for your active participation in nominating trustees and council members. We will soon share the official candidate list as well as more information about the General Assembly and voting procedures.
Stay tuned for updates to ensure your voices are heard in the upcoming election.
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