ARC Fertility

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the families we’ve supported, the providers we partner with and the hope that guides every journey. Wishing our community warmth, connection and moments of joy this holiday season. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at ARC Fertility.

11/20/2025

David Adamson, CEO, ARC Fertility, recently highlighted in the Journal of Compensation and Benefits that postpartum mental health is a critical workplace priority.

Rising rates of depression and limited access to care leave many new parents struggling after leave ends. Employers that extend support into the postpartum year with mental health care, coaching and flexible reintegration strengthen retention, wellbeing and performance. Read the full article here: https://www.arcfertility.com/addressing-postpartum-health-why-employers-must-recognize-maternal-mental-wellness-as-a-workplace-priority/

Postpartum mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and mood disorders, affect one in five mothers in the United States. Men can also experience postpartum depression (PPD), also known as paternal postnatal depression (PPND). These issues are common, yet they remain underdiagnosed, u...

11/18/2025

Rural maternity care is facing a worsening crisis as labor and delivery closures climb nationwide. With more hospitals shutting these units in 2025, families in rural communities are forced to travel longer distances for essential care, increasing risks for mothers and infants.

At ARC Fertility, we believe every family deserves equitable access to high-quality reproductive care, no matter their ZIP code. Learn more: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/providers/rural-hospitals-labor-and-delivery-closures-increased-2025

More rural hospitals have closed or are planning to close their labor and delivery units in 2025 than in 2024, bringing the total number of closures since the end of 2020 to 116, according to the C | A recent report tallied 27 completed or planned labor and delivery unit closures in 2025 among hospi...

11/12/2025

New research in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, & Women’s Health calls for national action on endometriosis, and ARC Fertility is proud to spotlight this landmark work.

Led by global experts and supported by International Federation of Fertility Societies (IFFS) and the International Committee for Monitoring Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ICMART), the studies reveal major policy gaps and urge coordinated responses to improve diagnosis and care. As Dr. David Adamson notes, “Endometriosis must be recognized as a chronic condition requiring coordinated national responses.” Learn more: https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/11/12/3186454/0/en/ARC-Fertility-Highlights-Landmark-Global-Studies-Published-in-The-Lancet-Calling-for-National-Action-on-Endometriosis.html

ARC Fertility Highlights Landmark Global Studies Published in The Lancet Calling for National Action on Endometriosis...

11/11/2025

The FDA’s decision to remove black box warnings from hormone therapy reflects a long-awaited shift toward evidence-based, individualized care for women in menopause. This update acknowledges the real benefits these therapies can provide for heart, brain, bone health and quality of life.

At ARC Fertility, we support informed choices and access to care across every stage of reproductive health. Learn more: https://www.statnews.com/2025/11/10/fda-reverses-hormone-warning-menopause-health/?utm_campaign=morning_rounds&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_Afe3eJ2CecJv-JIzafLaGCvipAXpvBcCayhKCdCjtC334PlkDvnUOQFY2baKvAa8xQrItgDUxHthfBoEjNMfupKsrTA&_hsmi=389313604&utm_content=389313604&utm_source=hs_email

The FDA is reversing a 2003 decision that put a stringent warning on hormone therapy products for menopausal women, saying that the treatments offer heart, brain, and bone health benefits.

11/10/2025

Menopause affects nearly half of women in the workforce, yet many benefit programs still don’t address it. Modern hormone therapy can safely reduce symptoms and help employees stay productive and engaged.

Our latest blog explains why menopause support is becoming a workplace priority and how employers can take meaningful action. At ARC Fertility we offer evidence-based, inclusive hormonal health support across all life stages. Read more: https://www.arcfertility.com/menopause-and-hormone-therapy-what-employers-need-to-know-to-support-a-changing-workforce/

Menopause and hormone therapy are key issues affecting workforce health and productivity. Learn why employers should include menopause support in benefits plans.

11/05/2025

David Adamson, CEO and April Lee, COO, ARC Fertility, recently participated in the American Society for Reproductive Medicine - (ASRM) 2025 Scientific Congress & Expo, a gathering that brings together leaders advancing reproductive medicine and improving access to care worldwide.

Spotlighted was the David and Rosemary Adamson Lecture on Excellence in Reproductive Medicine, introduced by Dr. Michael Thomas, featuring Dr. Natalia Kanem on the global future of reproductive health. Grateful to connect with colleagues in ATCSIG and past ASRM presidents continuing to drive progress.

11/03/2025

A new article in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, & Women’s Health co-authored by ARC Fertility Founder & CEO Dr. David Adamson calls for fertility awareness and reproductive choice to become global public health priorities.

The message is clear: equitable access to fertility care is essential. Employers have the power to lead by offering inclusive, evidence-based fertility benefits that reflect modern families and workforce needs. Read more: https://www.arcfertility.com/fertility-awareness-and-reproductive-choice-a-public-health-priority-employers-cant-ignore/

Global fertility rates are declining. ARC Fertility’s Dr. David Adamson calls for urgent action on fertility awareness and reproductive choice worldwide.

10/31/2025

A new analysis shows that maternal mortality rates in some U.S. states mirror those of developing nations, highlighting how deeply uneven access to care remains across the country.

As Mississippi’s infant mortality crisis demonstrates, gaps in prenatal support and family benefits can have devastating consequences. Employers have an opportunity to help close these gaps by offering equitable, inclusive and accessible benefits that support families before, during and after pregnancy, creating healthier outcomes and stronger, more resilient workplaces: https://www.axios.com/2025/10/20/maternal-mortality-states-countries

And read more in our recent blog on Mississippi’s infant mortality crisis here: https://www.arcfertility.com/mississippis-infant-mortality-crisis-how-employers-can-help-protect-families-with-better-benefits/

Some states have rates comparable to El Salvador, Belize and Azerbaijan.

10/29/2025

Fertility benefits are now an expectation, yet emerging embryo personhood laws could put IVF and other reproductive care at risk. Leading research shows that defining embryos as legal persons could limit access to safe, effective fertility treatments.

ARC Fertility helps employers navigate these legal and clinical shifts to protect their benefits programs and support workforce well-being. Learn more: https://www.arcfertility.com/fertility-care-at-risk-what-employers-need-to-know-about-embryo-personhood-laws/

Embryo personhood laws threaten fertility care access. Learn how employers can protect benefits and support employees with science-based reproductive policies.

10/24/2025

Two new policy moves could transform IVF affordability nationwide by lowering fertility drug costs and giving employers greater flexibility to offer standalone fertility benefits.

ARC Fertility breaks down what these developments mean for benefits leaders and how organizations can adapt to support employees’ family-building journeys. Read more in our latest blog: https://www.arcfertility.com/two-policy-moves-could-reshape-ivf-affordability-heres-what-employers-need-to-know/

Two major U.S. policy changes could make IVF and fertility care more affordable. Learn how ARC Fertility helps employers and employees prepare for expanded coverage and lower costs.