"Alabama Supreme Court's Embryo Ruling Sparks Fertility Care Concerns"
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Alabama's supreme court ruled that embryos are "extrauterine children," causing chaos and uncertainty for IVF patients and providers in the state. The ruling has potential legal implications for freezing, thawing, transferring, and testing embryos, as well as the disposal of unused embryos. It could also lead to increased health risks for patients, including higher chances of multiple pregnancies and complications. The decision has sparked concerns about the future of IVF in Alabama and has left patients and providers questioning the safety and legality of continuing treatment in the state.
- Alabama’s supreme court ruled embryos are ‘extrauterine children’. IVF patients are worried The Guardian US
- Shock, anger, confusion grip Alabama after court ruling on embryos The Washington Post
- Opinion: Alabama embryo ruling could set a precedent for other conservative states CNN
- Alabama Rules Frozen Embryos Are Children, Raising Questions About Fertility Care The New York Times
- IVF doctors, patients fearful after Alabama court rules embryos are children NBC News
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