New Men’s Health Research from Progyny Challenges Conventional Beliefs about Fertility Knowledge and Action
Progyny (Nasdaq: PGNY) published U.S. men’s health research on Nov 20, 2025 exploring attitudes, barriers, and actions around fertility.
Key findings: 75% see fertility as a shared issue, 82% are comfortable discussing fertility with partners, but only 46% of men with fertility issues sought support. Top barriers: fear of diagnosis (64%), cost (56%), and embarrassment (48%). 56% made lifestyle changes after recognizing links between fertility and overall health. Progyny highlights employer opportunity to expand fertility benefits and offers men’s resources including urology networks, testing, and education.
Progyny (Nasdaq: PGNY) ha pubblicato ricerche sulla salute maschile negli Stati Uniti il 20 novembre 2025, esplorando atteggiamenti, ostacoli e azioni legate alla fertilità.
Principali risultati: 75% considerano la fertilità una questione condivisa, l'82% si sentono a proprio agio nel discutere di fertilità con il partner, ma solo 46% degli uomini con problemi di fertilità hanno cercato supporto. I principali ostacoli: paura della diagnosi (64%), costo (56%) e imbarazzo (48%). 56% hanno adottato cambiamenti nello stile di vita dopo aver riconosciuto i legami tra fertilità e salute generale. Progyny evidenzia l'opportunità per i datori di lavoro di ampliare i benefici legati alla fertilità e offre risorse per uomini, inclusa una rete di urologia, test ed educazione.
Progyny (Nasdaq: PGNY) publicó una investigación sobre la salud masculina en Estados Unidos el 20 de noviembre de 2025, explorando actitudes, barreras y acciones relacionadas con la fertilidad.
Resultados clave: el 75% ve la fertilidad como un asunto compartido, el 82% se siente cómodo discutiéndola con su pareja, pero solo el 46% de los hombres con problemas de fertilidad buscaron apoyo. Principales barreras: miedo al diagnóstico (64%), costo (56%), y vergüenza (48%). 56% adoptaron cambios en su estilo de vida después de reconocer vínculos entre la fertilidad y la salud general. Progyny destaca la oportunidad para los empleadores de ampliar los beneficios de fertilidad y ofrece recursos para hombres, incluyendo redes de urología, pruebas y educación.
Progyny (나스닥: PGNY)는 2025년 11월 20일 미국 남성 건강 연구를 발표하며 생식력에 대한 태도, 장애물 및 행동을 탐구했습니다.
주요 결과: 75%는 생식력을 공동의 문제로 보며, 82%는 파트너와 생식력에 대해 대화하는 데 편안함을 느끼지만, 46%의 남성들이 생식력 문제에 대한 지원을 구했습니다. 주요 장애물: 진단에 대한 두려움(64%), 비용(56%), 수치심(48%). 56%는 생식력과 전반적 건강 간의 연결고리를 인식한 후 생활 습관을 바꿨습니다. Progyny는 고용주가 불임 혜택을 확대할 기회를 강조하고 있으며, 남성을 위한 자원으로 비뇨기과 네트워크, 검사 및 교육을 제공합니다.
Progyny (Nasdaq : PGNY) a publié une étude sur la santé masculine aux États-Unis le 20 novembre 2025, explorant les attitudes, les obstacles et les actions autour de la fertilité.
Résultats clés : 75% considèrent la fertilité comme une question partagée, 82% se sentent à l'aise d'en discuter avec leur partenaire, mais seulement 46% des hommes confrontés à des problèmes de fertilité ont recherché du soutien. Principaux obstacles : peur du diagnostic (64%), coût (56%) et embarras (48%). 56% ont modifié leur mode de vie après avoir reconnu les liens entre fertilité et santé globale. Progyny souligne l'opportunité pour les employeurs d'élargir les prestations de fertilité et propose des ressources masculines, notamment des réseaux d'urologie, des tests et de l'éducation.
Progyny (Nasdaq: PGNY) veröffentlichte am 20. November 2025 eine US-Studie zur Männergesundheit, die Einstellungen, Barrieren und Handlungen rund um Fruchtbarkeit untersucht.
Schlüssel-Ergebnisse: 75% sehen Fruchtbarkeit als gemeinsames Thema, 82% fühlen sich bei Gesprächen über Fruchtbarkeit mit dem Partner wohl, doch nur 46% der Männer mit Fruchtbarkeitsproblemen suchten Unterstützung. Hauptbarrieren: Angst vor Diagnose (64%), Kosten (56%) und Scham (48%). 56% änderten ihren Lebensstil, nachdem sie Verbindungen zwischen Fruchtbarkeit und allgemeiner Gesundheit erkannt hatten. Progyny hebt die Möglichkeiten für Arbeitgeber hervor, Fruchtbarkeitsleistungen zu erweitern, und bietet Ressourcen für Männer, einschließlich Urologie-Netzwerken, Tests und Bildung.
Progyny (فوركس: PGNY) نشرت بحثاً حول صحة الرجال في الولايات المتحدة بتاريخ 20 نوفمبر 2025 يستكشف المواقف والعوائق والإجراءات المتعلقة الخصوبة.
النتائج الرئيسية: 75% يرون الخصوبة كمسألة مشتركة، 82% مرتاحون لمناقشتها مع شركائهم، لكن فقط 46% من الرجال الذين يعانون من مشاكل الخصوبة بحثوا عن دعم. العوائق الرئيسية: خوف من التشخيص (64%)، التكلفة (56%)، و العار (48%). 56% غيّروا أساليب حياتهم بعد إدراكهم الروابط بين الخصوبة والصحة العامة. تشدد Progyny على فرصة لأصحاب العمل لتوسيع مزايا الخصوبة وتقدم موارد للرجال بما في ذلك شبكات المسالك البولية، الاختبارات، والتعليم.
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NEW YORK, Nov. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Progyny, Inc. (Nasdaq: PGNY), a global leader in family building solutions, today announced new men’s health research exploring experiences and views on fertility. The findings shed light on how men in the U.S. view their role in the fertility journey and the barriers that prevent many from getting the care they need for successful conception. The research, collected in partnership with Dynata – the world’s largest first-party data company for insights, activation, and measurement – captured insights from more than 1,000 U.S. men ages 18–55. While most men reported recognizing fertility as a shared responsibility between partners, social stigma, financial stress, and fear of a serious health diagnosis keep them from seeking care.
“For too long, society has viewed fertility solely as a women’s health issue, and now we’re finally seeing a shift in men’s awareness. Our research findings challenge conventional beliefs about men and fertility - revealing that men do want to be part of the conversation and solution, but certain barriers inhibit them from seeking care,” said Dr. Janet Choi, Chief Medical Officer, Progyny. “When society’s thinking and healthcare providers’ approach broadens to include men’s health from the start of the reproductive conversation, it will lead to better outcomes for everyone – partners, families, and workplaces alike.”
Key findings from Progyny’s study:
From fertility awareness to conversations with partners, the results revealed:
- Men are rejecting outdated stereotypes and embracing open dialogue:
75% say infertility isn’t just a women’s issue, and82% feel comfortable discussing fertility with their partners – conversations many say have strengthened their relationships and deepened emotional intimacy. - Knowledge is high, but action stalls: While two-thirds of men who have conceived or tried to conceive report having a fertility-related condition, fewer than half have spoken with a doctor about it, even though
80% had a primary care provider before trying to conceive. Of those men who had an appointment to follow up on their condition, most were comfortable seeing a urologist or fertility specialist and find the visits straightforward and easy.
When looking at how fertility concerns shape men’s health decisions, clear barriers emerge.
- Cost, fear of diagnosis, and embarrassment are key barriers: Among men looking to conceive, the top three reasons preventing them from seeking fertility treatment were fear of diagnosis (
64% ), financial stress (56% ), and embarrassment of their symptoms (48% ). - Fertility can open the door to better health: Most men understand that male infertility is linked to overall health and
56% have already made proactive lifestyle changes such as improving diet, exercising, or quitting smoking and drinking.
“This research is a reminder that fertility is an essential part of men’s health,” said Dr. Joseph P. Alukal, Director of Men's Health at Columbia/New York-Presbyterian and member of Progyny’s Medical Advisory Board. “Male factors contribute to nearly half of infertility cases, and those issues can reveal underlying risks like hormonal imbalances, cancer, or diabetes. When men are part of the conversation early, it can make a real difference for their long-term health.”
The Impact to employers:
When it comes to healthcare – especially something as personal as fertility – trust matters. Progyny’s research shows that seven in ten men who have conceived or tried to conceive turn first to their primary care doctor or nurse for fertility information. Specialists, like urologists and reproductive endocrinologists, tie with general online search engines as their next most-used sources.
Additionally, Progyny’s research discovered that only
Progyny’s comprehensive fertility and family building benefits are designed to support all of those who wish to be parents – including dedicated resources for men, such as a reproductive urology network, diagnostic testing, and free online education materials. To learn more about Progyny’s fertility and family building solutions, visit Progyny.com/MensHealthSupport and join the conversation using #MensHealthMatters and #FertilityForAll.
About this research:
1,003 men ages 18-55; US residents; not employed in healthcare or market research;
601 men who have conceived or are trying to conceive (PATH 1) ages 18-55; US residents; not employed in healthcare or market research were surveyed in June 2025 with a +/-
402 men who are not trying to conceive (PATH 2) ages 18-55; US residents; not employed in healthcare or market research were surveyed in June 2025 with a +/-
About Progyny
Progyny (Nasdaq: PGNY) is a global leader in women’s health and family building solutions, trusted by the nation’s leading employers, health plans and benefit purchasers. We envision a world where everyone can realize their dreams of family and ideal health. Our outcomes prove that comprehensive, inclusive, and intentionally designed solutions simultaneously benefit employers, patients, and physicians.
Our benefits solution empowers patients with concierge support, coaching, education, and digital tools; provides access to a premier network of fertility and women's health specialists who use the latest science and technologies; drives optimal clinical outcomes; and reduces healthcare costs.
Headquartered in New York City, Progyny has been recognized for its leadership and growth as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, CNBC Disruptor 50, Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare, Forbes' Best Employers, Financial Times Fastest Growing Companies, Inc. 5000, Inc. Power Partners, and Crain's Fast 50 for NYC. For more information, visit www.progyny.com.
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