Fighting for Fertility
Synopsis
One in eight individuals in the United States faces infertility, with Black women experiencing rates nearly double that of their white counterparts.
Synopsis
Cassie Joseph recalls her surprise at facing infertility, a word she never expected to use in her life. "Fighting for Fertility" follows her and her husband Zack as they navigate the challenges of assisted reproductive technologies, including in vitro fertilization. The documentary features insights from experts like Stacey Edwards-Dunn, who discusses the disparities in infertility rates among different communities. Personal stories intertwine with medical perspectives, revealing the emotional and social complexities surrounding fertility in the United States.
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Why Watch
- Meet Cassie and Zack as they navigate infertility struggles.
- Find out why Black women face higher infertility rates.
- See how personal stories reveal the emotional impact of IVF.
Did You Know
- Infertility affects one in eight people, but rates may be higher.
- Black women experience infertility at almost twice the rate of Caucasian women.
- Men's sperm counts have dropped by 50% over the last 40 years.
- Cassie and Zack Joseph tried to conceive for years before discovering Zack's condition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the infertility rate among Black women compared to Caucasian women?
Black women are struggling with infertility at almost two times the rate as Caucasian women.
How much have sperm counts dropped in men from the general population over the last 40 years?
Sperm counts in men from the general population have dropped 50% in 40 years.
What was the outcome of Earl Dunn and Stacey Edwards-Dunn's attempt to conceive after seven years?
After seven years, they received a call from the doctor confirming that they were pregnant.
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