News tagged with artificial insemination


Genetic mother wins surrogacy lawsuit in Ireland

The genetic mother of twins born through a surrogate pregnancy has defeated the Irish government in a landmark lawsuit and won the right to be declared the mother on the children's birth certificates.

Other created Mar 05, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

In vitro fertilization linked to increase risk for birth defects

In vitro fertilization (IVF) may significantly increase the risk of birth defects, particularly those of the eye, heart, reproductive organs and urinary systems, according to new research presented Saturday, Oct. 20, at the ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology created Oct 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Sperm precursor cells made in the lab could one day restore male fertility

(Medical Xpress)—Human embryonic stem cells (hESCs) and human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs) can be coaxed into becoming precursor sperm cells, suggesting that it might be possible one day to restore fertility ...

Medical research created Aug 28, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Fertility treatment bans in Europe draw criticism

(AP) -- More than three decades after Britain produced the world's first test-tube baby, Europe is a patchwork of restrictions for people who need help having a child.

Obstetrics & gynaecology created Apr 13, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Pregnant at 61: late-in-life choice stirs debate in Brazil

A woman who at 61 is expecting not a pension check but her first baby has stirred some controversy in Brazil over just when it might be too late to give birth.

Health created Sep 26, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0