IVF Clinics Under the Microscope

The cost of Monash IVF’s mistakes

The news of another misplanted embryo at Monash IVF has triggered concerns among patients, and a push for reforms to address shortcomings in care across an $800 million industry.

Higher rates of autism? The harsh reality of being an IVF baby

In-vitro fertilization is sold as a cure-all for those struggling with fertility issues — but not only does it rarely work, it also can cause a myriad of issues in the mother and child when it does.Jennifer Lahl, founder of the Center for Bioethics and Culture Network, is one of the leading voices s...

IVF clinics under the microscope

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'I had 6 rounds of IVF to have my precious kids. I'm scared one might not be mine.'

Australia's IVF industry is under the spotlight following news of another embryo mix-up at Monash IVF. Mothers are facing an impossible question and choice.

Calls for federal IVF regulation and DNA testing after second Monash embryo mix-up

(Australia Broadcasting Corp.) – IVF activists are calling for an urgent meeting with the federal health minister, and are suggesting children born through assisted reproduction should be DNA tested. It comes after the latest embryo mix-up this week, involving Monash IVF. The fertility giant apologised for a second time in as many months, for incorrectly transferring the wrong embryo to a patient. (Read More)