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Truthout
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith Blocks Bill to Protect IVF

Establishing federal right to IVF and assisted reproductive technology blocked by Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith.
Access to Family Building Act aims to provide statutory right to assisted reproductive technology and prevent criminalization of health care providers. [ more ]
Truthout
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Senate Democrats Push for Expedited Vote to Protect IVF Access

Senate Democrats are highlighting a plan to protect IVF through legislation like the Access to Family Building Act.
The Alabama Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos could have broader implications on access to assisted reproductive technologies. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 months ago
OMG science

Frozen embryos are "children," according to Alabama's Supreme Court

Frozen embryos ruled as 'children' by Alabama Supreme Court, raising legal implications.
Chief Justice cited religious beliefs and biblical support for the ruling on frozen embryos. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Public health

After Ruling, University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System Pauses I.V.F. Procedures

IVF treatments paused by UAB health system due to Alabama Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos.
Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility continues egg retrievals but halts embryo development steps. [ more ]
Jezebel
2 months ago
Law

Florida Group Hopes to Use Ruling Calling Embryos 'Children' to Derail Abortion Ballot Measure - Jezebel

The Alabama Supreme Court ruling impacts IVF and abortion rights discussions beyond state lines.
Court's consideration of Amendment 4 in Florida and fetal personhood bring complexity to the issue. [ more ]
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Scary Mommy
1 week ago
Writing

Paris Hilton Opens Up About Surrogacy Judgment In Never-Before-Read Book Excerpt

Paris Hilton's memoir, PARIS, delves into her IVF experience and journey to motherhood through surrogacy. [ more ]
Nature
5 days ago
OMG science

Human embryos embrace asymmetry to form the body

The first division of a fertilized egg significantly influences the differentiation and specialization of cells, impacting the development of the human body. [ more ]
Nature
4 days ago
OMG science

Daily briefing: Amazing auroras are just a warm-up - more solar storms are coming

The upcoming solar maximum predicts more and larger solar storms, potentially disrupting satellite communications and power grids. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago
Marketing

Trans TikTok star Jesse Sullivan expecting first child with Francesca Farago

Francesca Farago and Jesse Sullivan are expecting their first child after a difficult IVF journey.
The couple shared their pregnancy news on social media and expressed excitement and gratitude towards their journey. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
Medicine

Alabama's Embryo Personhood Decision Threatens Patients, Medicine and Advances in IVF

The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos from IVF are considered unborn children, impacting lawsuits for loss due to wrongful acts. Patients and the medical community are concerned about the negative effects on fertility care advancements. [ more ]
Boston.com
4 months ago
Medicine

Fertility appointments delayed after water main break closes Boston hospital's fertility center for at least a month

A water main break at Brigham and Women's Hospital on Christmas Eve affected IVF patients scheduled for egg retrievals and embryo transfers.
The Center for Infertility and Reproductive Surgery will be closed for at least a month. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Health

Scientists move step closer to making IVF eggs from skin cells

Radical procedure adapted from Dolly the sheep cloning can create IVF eggs from patients' skin cells.
Potential to revolutionize IVF, offering hope to infertile patients by enabling genetically related children and overcoming gamete loss. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
2 months ago
Health

If you're poor, fertility treatment can be out of reach

Limited access to fertility treatments for low-income individuals
Disparities in fertility coverage based on income and insurance plan [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
Health

Opinion: Women with obesity are often restricted from IVF. That's discriminatory

IVF is growing in demand as people postpone parenthood to older ages, but women with a high BMI face barriers to accessing treatment.
BMI restrictions for IVF treatment are not consistent across clinics but are widespread globally. [ more ]
www.cnn.com
9 years ago
Health

UK lawmakers approve 3-parent babies' law

UK lawmakers voted in favor of pioneering IVF technique using DNA from three people.
Further vote needed in House of Lords before the measure becomes law. [ more ]
The Hill
2 months ago
NYC politics

Eric Adams hits Tuberville over New York City criticism

Senator Tuberville criticized NYC for crime and migrants, Mayor Adams defended NYC's progress and policies.
Alabama Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos raised concerns about IVF accessibility and cost. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

Alabama Supreme Court Chief Believes Some WILD Stuff

Tom Parker's controversial stance on IVF as discussed in a Media Matters report.
Tom Parker's association with a QAnon conspiracy theorist and the "Seven Mountain Mandate." [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Access To Family Building Bill Looks To Federally Protect IVF

The Access to Family Building Act aims to provide certainty and access to medical benefits and assisted reproductive technology services, such as IVF.
Fertility treatments have faced increased threats and potential restrictions in light of laws that target abortion but also inadvertently implicate assisted reproductive services. [ more ]
HuffPost
2 months ago
Parenting

I Tried To Use Astrology To Get Pregnant. I Never Expected What Was Headed My Way.

Astrology can be a source of comfort and guidance in times of uncertainty.
There is an overlap between IVF and astrology in terms of timing and planning. [ more ]
Independent.ie
4 months ago
Mental health

Former Xpose presenter Michelle Doherty: 'My struggle to have another baby plunged me into despair'

Michelle Doherty sought professional help for her mental health after struggling with multiple miscarriages and failed IVF cycles.
She described the decision to seek help as terrifying but rewarding, and recognized the need for more than just a yoga retreat to address her traumas. [ more ]
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