How many people experience problems with infertility in the USA?
A. There were 6.1 million people infertile in the USA in 1997; 9.3 million in 1998 (American Society of Reproductive Medicine). 2 million new cases are reported every year. 10.1% of the reproductive age population were infertile in the USA 1997 (American Society of Reproductive Medicine). Infertility equally affects men and women in the USA (American Society of Reproductive Medicine). In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) costs are $8-10K per treatment cycle. Women undergoing fertility treatment could have their chances of success boosted by acupuncture. German researchers said they have increased success rates by almost 50% in women having in vitro fertilization (IVF).
