ASRM is dedicated to the advancement of the science and practice of reproductive medicine through advocacy, education, research, and ethical patient care.
The
#triggerlaws
that went into effect today in TX, LA, ID, and TN are horrendous and rob the people in those states of access to reproductive care that they need. ASRM stands in solidarity with all of our members and their patients in those states. The fight continues.
The words “Roe is overturned,” while expected, are nevertheless jarring. This decision removes an essential civil liberty that Americans have relied upon for nearly 50 years, one that is well-grounded in the history and best traditions of our country. (1/9)
Kicked off SOTU day with a press conference held by Sen.
@PattyMurray
joined by
@SenSchumer
,
@SenDuckworth
, Sen
@BrianSchatz
and their invitees, including ASRM member Amanda Adeleye, MD. Thank you for highlighting the importance of protecting IVF & reproductive rights.
#IVFAtSOTU
ASRM stands strongly in opposition to the dangerous Alabama Supreme Court ruling that a frozen fertilized egg should be treated as the legal equivalent of an existent child. Full press release here:
"As experts in reproductive health, we continue to recommend that the vaccine be available to pregnant individuals. We also assure patients that there is no evidence that the vaccine can lead to loss of fertility. "
We are proud to have partnered with
@ACOGaction
and over 20 other medical groups who filed an amicus brief in Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health. Medical decisions should be made between patient and their physicians.
#abortionisessential
Physicians, midwives, nurse practitioners, nurses, and researchers agree - the Supreme Court's decision to restrict access to abortion care will lead to unnecessary patient suffering and harm. Read our joint statement: (1/7)
Recommendations of the ASRM COVID Task Force as reported in Update Number 12:
#COVID
-19 vaccination is recommended for women who are contemplating pregnancy or who are pregnant in order to minimize risks to themselves and their pregnancy
#covidvaccine
ASRM is deeply disappointed by the decision to uphold Texas' radical abortion ban. We will continue our work to support policies guaranteeing that patients, not politicians, make decisions about their own reproductive health.
#SupremeCourt
#AbortionIsHealthcare
Thank you, Dr. Thomas
@ucfertility
for your leadership throughout the past year and Congratulations Dr. Amato
@PaolaAmato
on your inauguration! Let’s get to work!
This study documented, for the first time in women, that seropositivity to the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein -- whether from vaccination or COVID infection -- does not prevent embryo implantation or early pregnancy development.
#covid
#covidvaccine
#covid19
It’s National Infertility Awareness Week! ASRM is proud to support those who struggle with infertility and the health care providers who help them achieve their dream of building a family
#NIAW2020
@resolveorg
“We are disappointed and dismayed by the Supreme Court decision upholding the Trump Administration’s arbitrary and non-scientific decision to continue to force patients to travel during a dangerous pandemic in order to obtain the medication they need." -ASRM President Hugh Taylor
Infertility is NOT an inconvenience; it is a disease of the reproductive system that impairs the body's ability to perform the basic function of reproduction. Infertility is not a taboo subject. Speak out against infertility stigmatization and fight for
#Access2Care
&
#Access2IVF
We can't believe
#ASRM2020
is over! (Well only the live part - recordings are available until Dec 31st) But we hope we'll be seeing you in person in Baltimore next year for
#ASRM2021
!!!
Infographics based on the ASRM COVID-19 Task Force document, Patient Care and Clinical Recommendations During the Caronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic are now available on ASRM's COVID-19 Resources Page
Congratulations to
@COFertilityAdvo
who led the charge to get the Colorado Building Families Act passed and signed into law! Colorado just became the 18th state to provide coverage for
#IVF
and the 10th state to ensure patients have access to
#fertility
preservation services
“Health care decisions, particularly on reproductive matters, need to be the purview of patients and their physicians, not politicians,” - ASRM President Marcelle Cedars
75 years ago today, the American Society for the Study of Sterility was officially born, with 33 physicians elected as founding members. This society, now ASRM, has 8,000 members worldwide who have had a profound impact on reproductive medicine
#happybirthdayASRM
October is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.
All of us at ASRM are thinking of those who have experienced pregnancy and/or infant loss. You are not alone 🧡
On April 25, from 2 to 3 pm Eastern, ASRM will take part in what has become a National Infertility Awareness Week tradition- the NIAW Twitter Chat! Join us at
#FlipTheScript
#NIAW
"Half of the human population is female, and yet historically women’s health has not received anywhere near the attention or funding that is given to conditions that affect men..."
ASRM is excited to announce that our 2020 Scientific Congress & Expo will be virtual in Oct! We have a high number of abstract submissions and anticipate a record-setting attendance for an outstanding multi-day event
#ASRM2020
#meded
#cme
#medtwitter
Professional twin birth rates continue decline, partially credited to changing opinion and standards. Dr
@AlanPenzias
said, “I get so many fewer patients saying, ‘I want twins’ now than 15 years ago. There’s been a shift in perception.”
@NCHSstats
#SET
The Alabama ruling is a devastating reminder that we must fight to keep family building a fundamental right. Urge your members of Congress to COSPONSOR the Access to Family Building Act to protect IVF and families across the country using our action alert:
The next Fertility and Sterility Journal Club Global topic is:
"Reproductive medicine in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic: How and when do we reopen?" on Thursday, April 30, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time - Register Now
“F&S is in its sixth decade of providing original articles of scientific excellence in our field, and we know Dr. Barnhart will continue its strong legacy and continue to evolve content as our field advances new research.” - Dr. Ricardo Azziz, ASRM CEO
🚨 BREAKING: ASRM applauds the introduction of the Right to Build Families Act of 2022, also known as the IVF Protection Bill by Sen. Tammy Duckworth (IL), Sen. Patty Murray (WA), and Rep. Susan Wild (PA).
🧵THREAD
Today's the day!
#AdvocacyDay2020
is here and advocates are ready to spread the word (virtually!) about
#IFAdvocacy
and
#accesstocare
Here's a welcome message from ASRM President, Dr. Catherine Racowsky
We are thrilled that the impact factor for Fertility & Sterility has increased to 6.312! It is now the highest ranked original research journal dedicated to reproductive health. Learn more about our journals at
For more than a year, the ASRM COVID-19 Task Force has evaluated the science around COVID-19 and reproductive health. We continue to work with COVID-19 experts to provide guidance and encourage following CDC guidelines on social distancing, masks, and other protections
#NIAW
More than 77 Thousand Babies Born from Assisted Reproductive Technology Cycles Done in 2019; Data Show Increasing Use of Fertility Preservation; Multiple Birth Rate Continues to Decrease
#IVF
#fertility
#infertility
Did you know that ASRM has a yearly educational calendar? Take a look and learn about topics we will be covering in upcoming podcasts and webinars.
#ASRM2021
#Mifepristone
is an essential drug in reproductive medicine. In addition to its use in pregnancy termination, it is also used for the medical management of miscarriage. Its removal from the market will worsen an already tragic situation for thousands of Americans.
It's National Infertility Awareness Week and ASRM is joining the National Birth Equity Collaborative to bring attention to disparities in infertility treatment
#NIAW
Nearly 9 in 10 adults (87%) agree that everyone deserves access to the full range of birth control methods, no matter who they are, where they live, and what their economic status is. ASRM will continue to advocate for access to comprehensive contraceptive care
#ThxBirthControl
In states with comprehensive insurance mandates, new studies find lower numbers of embryos transferred per procedure and higher rates of live births from IVF.
#ASRM2021
✨VICTORY✨
#Kentucky
Governor signed SB 170 into law. This will require insurance coverage for fertility preservation.
Thank you
@GovAndyBeshear
and the bill sponsors for their work.
Advocacy works, people!
ASRM is proud to announce our Washington, D.C. team has been nominated and are FINALISTS for an Excellence in Advocacy Award for their work to publish "ASRM's Response to the Dobbs v Jackson Ruling"🏆
Please join us in congratulating them!
#EIA2022
#AdvocacyMatters
#Abortion
🎉 The Illinois Senate has unanimously passed a bill to expand coverage for infertility treatments! We thank Sen. Michael Hastings for sponsoring this important piece of legislation.
🚨BREAKING: Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz & Billy Long announced the launch of a bipartisan Family Building Caucus to draw national attention to the medical challenges of starting a family faced by millions of Americans. ASRM is proud to be working with the caucus.
Post 1 of 2: The 2020 Fellows Match results are out! ASRM and the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI) would like to welcome the Class of 2024!
#REIFellows