FIGO News | Figo

FIGO is a professional organisation that brings together obstetrical and gynecological associations from throughout 139 countries.

Catch up on our latest news relating to the improvement of women’s health and rights, including the reduction of disparities in healthcare available to women and newborns.

20/06/2025

Women’s health and rights on the global stage: In conversation with Professor Stephen Rulisa

As we celebrate progress made and navigate new challenges in the landscape of women’s health, the role of clinicians, researchers, advocates and policymakers has never…

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16/06/2025

Ethical concerns in female cosmetic genital surgery

Cosmetic genital surgeries in women—such as labiaplasty, clitoral hood reduction, hymenoplasty, vaginoplasty, and laser-based procedures—have seen a notable rise in…

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Dr Timothy R.B. Johnson

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FIGO launches oncofertility best practices to preserving fertility for cancer patients

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Strengthening global collaboration to advance contraception and abortion care

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Meet the keynote speakers for FIGO Cape Town 2025

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Maintaining momentum — Gillian Slinger reflects on two decades fighting obstetric fistula

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Supporting safe, ethical and inclusive gamete donation practices

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Best practice advice on managing pregnancy after cancer treatment

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Comprehensive guideline for managing liver disorders in pregnancy

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WHO labour care guide: a new global standard for monitoring childbirth

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FIGO launches global social ambassador programme to champion women’s health

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FIGO calls to integrate PPIUD into maternal healthcare

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Empowering healthcare: landmark training on comprehensive abortion care in Cameroon

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