In an era where fertility is gradually shedding its taboo status and evolving into a topic of awareness, prevention, and personal planning, the Institute of Life – IASO stepped beyond the confines of a standard Assisted Reproduction Unit to meet the public where they live — in everyday life.
A Landmark Event for Fertility Awareness
Marking both the World Fertility Month and its 10th anniversary, the Institute of Life – IASO hosted a distinctive public information event at Athens’ Golden Hall under the central theme: “Take Care of Your Fertility.” From the outset, the initiative drew strong interest — not least because of how it approached a sensitive and often emotionally charged subject: with scientific accuracy, clarity, and above all, discretion.
Comprehensive, Accessible Insights
Throughout the event, women, men, and couples had the opportunity to learn firsthand about issues affecting both female and male fertility — including infertility prevention, timely medical evaluation, cryopreservation of genetic material, and today’s assisted reproduction options. Audience engagement was consistently high: visitors paused to listen, joined discussions, asked questions, and sought answers to concerns that are often left unspoken or addressed too late.
Fertility Is Everyone’s Concern
At the heart of the discussion was a clear message: talking openly about fertility shouldn’t begin only when a couple faces difficulty conceiving — it should start much earlier. As specialists emphasized, fertility reflects overall health, lifestyle choices, timing, and preventive care. It is neither exclusively a women’s issue nor one relevant only to those actively trying to have children. It matters to men, to young adults seeking knowledge, and to every couple aiming to plan their future with greater confidence.
Context Matters: Greece’s Demographic Challenge
Special attention was given to Greece’s demographic crisis — a challenge with deep social roots. Delayed childbearing, economic uncertainty, shifting lifestyles, professional pressures, and insufficient support structures collectively shape a complex environment. Experts stressed that while assisted reproduction alone cannot reverse demographic trends, it remains a vital scientific tool — offering hope and possibility to women and couples who might otherwise be unable to become parents.
Speakers Included:
- Yannis Konstantakis, Director of Institute of LIFE – IASO
- Yannis Vasilopoulos, Obstetrician-Gynecologist and Reproductive Medicine Specialist
- Sofia Tambakaki, Chief Marketing Officer, IASO Group
- Themis Mantzavinatos, Scientific Director of Institute of LIFE – IASO
- Evi Fragkaki, Journalist (moderator)
Short, focused dialogues moderated by journalist Evi Fragkaki brought forward practical, real-world questions — such as when a woman should consider fertility evaluation, and why age remains a decisive factor.