"Alabama Hospital Halts IVF Program Following Court Ruling on Frozen Embryos"

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"Alabama Hospital Halts IVF Program Following Court Ruling on Frozen Embryos"
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The Alabama Supreme Court's ruling that frozen embryos are considered children has led the state's largest hospital to pause its IVF services over fears of criminal prosecution. The decision has raised concerns about the legality of certain aspects of IVF and could impact fertility treatments in Alabama and beyond. The ruling ties into the US abortion debate and may influence legislation and lawsuits in other states, potentially affecting US politics as well.

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