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This joint resolution designates the third full week in April as "Infertility Awareness Week" in New Jersey, aiming to raise public consciousness about a significant health issue affecting many couples. The resolution highlights that one in eight couples experience infertility, which is medically defined as the inability to conceive after one year of trying, and notes that it impacts women and men equally, with male infertility being a factor in approximately 50 percent of cases. Recognizing the emotional and financial challenges associated with infertility, including potential psychological distress such as depression, anxiety, and loss of self-esteem, the resolution seeks to reduce stigma and increase empathy. It acknowledges that common fertility treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI) can be expensive, with IVF costing around $11,000-$12,000 per cycle. The resolution requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials and citizens to observe the week with appropriate activities and programs, ultimately aiming to educate the public and provide support for those struggling with fertility issues.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/AJR160