More couples are turning to in vitro fertilization to conceive, sparking debates about why fertility issues are becoming more prevalent.
Patricia Hunt, Gail S. Prins, and Shanna Swann write for The Hill.
In short:
- In vitro fertilization (IVF) accounts for a growing percentage of births worldwide.
- Infertility rates are rising, with environmental chemicals likely contributing to the problem.
- Research shows that manmade chemicals may affect both human and animal fertility.
Key quote:
"Exposure to manmade chemicals in the environment accelerates ovarian aging, contributing to infertility and earlier onset of menopause."
— article authors
Why this matters:
Infertility rates are climbing, partly due to environmental factors, threatening both human reproductive health and biodiversity. Monitoring and regulating harmful chemicals can help mitigate these issues and protect future generations.
