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This resolution recognizes the week of April 20 through 26, 2025, as "National Infertility Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania, highlighting the significant challenges faced by individuals struggling with infertility. The resolution provides context about infertility, noting that one in eight couples in the United States experience this condition, which is defined as the inability to conceive after one year of trying. It emphasizes that infertility affects individuals across all ages, genders, and races, with approximately 9% of men and 11% of women experiencing fertility issues. The document also explores the emotional and financial burdens of infertility, including psychological distress, stigma, and high treatment costs, such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) averaging $12,000-$14,000 per cycle and intrauterine insemination (IUI) costing $300-$1,000. The resolution aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and increase empathy by educating the public about fertility challenges, noting that Pennsylvania is not among the 21 states with fertility insurance coverage laws. By recognizing this awareness week, the resolution seeks to support RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association and normalize conversations about fertility difficulties.

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