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This recognition is vital for the one in six people with infertility worldwide and for policymakers trying to address the societal consequences of fertility decline. The guideline's 40 recommendations and six good practice statements emphasize pragmatic diagnostic pathways, cost\u2010effective interventions, psychosocial support and shared decision\u2010making. Preventive measures, including fertility education, lifestyle counseling, smoking cessation and early management of sexually transmitted infections, are recommended in routine care to improve future reproductive health outcomes. The guideline aligns closely with the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) vision for equitable, context\u2010specific fertility care. FIGO supports adaptation of fertility services according to local resources while promoting access to fertility services irrespective of marital status, gender, sexual orientation or socioeconomic circumstances. 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