New data from the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority reveals that IVF births in the UK have increased substantially, accounting for 3.1% of all births in 2023. In the past decade, the number of births from IVF has risen significantly, with one in every 32 births attributed to the procedure. While IVF is helping various demographics, including same-sex couples, concerns remain regarding lower IVF birth rates for Black and Asian patients. Furthermore, the percentage of NHS-funded IVF treatments has decreased, raising concerns about access to fertility treatments in the future.
IVF is helping more people have babies including patients of different ages and family types. One in 32 of all UK births are from IVF.
The changing landscape of the UK fertility sector shows an increase in same-sex couples and single patients undergoing IVF for family planning.
However, we are very concerned to see that Black and Asian patients continue to have lower IVF birth rates compared to other patient groups.
The number of NHS-funded IVF treatments has declined from 35 percent in 2019 to 27 percent in 2023, particularly in England.
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