"Fertility tourism" booming as U.S. couples seek affordable treatments abroad
A Florida couple traveled to Colombia to make their dream of a family a reality through the booming "fertility tourism" business.
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A Florida couple traveled to Colombia to make their dream of a family a reality through the booming "fertility tourism" business.
State-level efforts to regulate fertility coverage reveal the gauntlet of budgetary and political hurdles such initiatives face.
President Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order that directs his administration to find ways to reduce the high costs of in vitro fertilization, or IVF.
"Your government will pay for or your insurance company will be mandated to pay for all costs associated with IVF treatment," he said.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has spoken publicly about his and his wife's struggles with infertility.
The package comes as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has outlined plans for the chamber to put reproductive rights "front and center" this month.
In the Senate, dueling bills to protect access to IVF fertility treatments illustrate the lingering partisan divide over the issue.
A Democratic-led effort to safeguard access to IVF failed earlier this year in the Senate.
Rep. Susan Wild is trying to forge a bipartisan coalition on a politically charged issue: federal legislation to offer broad protections for in vitro fertilization treatment.
The presidential election is likely to turn on the simple question of whether Americans want Donald Trump back in the White House. But health care tops the list of household financial worries for adults from both parties.
The legislation aimed to preempt state efforts to restrict the fertility treatment technology.
The Republican Senate campaign arm advised GOP candidates to "align with the public's overwhelming support for IVF and fertility treatments."
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are children, which could have broad effects on the legality of IVF.
Alabama patients are in limbo with IVF treatments being put on hold following the state supreme court's ruling that frozen embryos are considered children under state law.
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are considered children under state law. Here's why experts are concerned about the decision's impact on IVF access and treatment.
Championship Saturday delivered high drama and historic moments as Cherry Creek aimed to complete a perfect season, while Dakota Ridge sought its first-ever 4A state title.
A Denver firefighter was quickly rescued after he fell through the floor of a burning home on Sunday.
After weeks of waiting and a painfully dry start to the season, winter has finally arrived. A weekend storm dumped snow across the mountains, bringing whiteout conditions, powder, and a collective sigh of relief.
Police are looking for information that could help solve a homicide in the Denver metro area after a woman was killed in her home this weekend.
Bo Nix passed for 212 yards and rushed for a touchdown, and the Denver Broncos didn't fall behind for the first time this season as they defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 24-17 on Sunday.
A Denver firefighter was quickly rescued after he fell through the floor of a burning home on Sunday.
After weeks of waiting and a painfully dry start to the season, winter has finally arrived. A weekend storm dumped snow across the mountains, bringing whiteout conditions, powder, and a collective sigh of relief.
Police are looking for information that could help solve a homicide in the Denver metro area after a woman was killed in her home this weekend.
CBS Colorado is teaming up with King Soopers and 97.3 KBCO to collect new toys and cash donations for children and youth served by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver.
From movie scores to caroling classics, the Colorado Symphony has something for every member of the family.
Joe Ruch is tracking strong wind gusts on Tuesday.
CBS Colorado is teaming up with King Soopers and 97.3 KBCO to collect new toys and cash donations for children and youth served by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver.
After weeks of waiting and a painfully dry start to the season, winter has finally arrived. A weekend storm dumped snow across the mountains, bringing whiteout conditions, powder, and a collective sigh of relief.
There were power issues across the C Concourse and a complete outage at the center core, where trains load and unload and restaurants operate.
A 55-year-old Lakewood man who worked for the federal government was sentenced to prison this week for fraudulently diverting approximately $1 million from his employer for personal use.
Championship Saturday delivered high drama and historic moments as Cherry Creek aimed to complete a perfect season, while Dakota Ridge sought its first-ever 4A state title.
Bo Nix passed for 212 yards and rushed for a touchdown, and the Denver Broncos didn't fall behind for the first time this season as they defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 24-17 on Sunday.
The 63-year-old Roger Clemens has been accused of using performance-enhancing drugs, which he has denied.
FIFA released the World Cup schedule on Saturday that will feature 104 matches spread across 11 cities in the United States, with three in Mexico and two in Canada.
At 8-0, their best start in almost 80 years, the CU Buffs appear to be flying high. The last time the Buffs played at Moby Arena, the winningest team in CU history lost.
Under a 2023 settlement reached by the Biden administration, Southwest agreed to a $140 million civil penalty after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022.
The recall involves INIU 100,000mAh portable power banks, model BI-B41that were sold on Amazon between August 2021 and April 2022, the recall notice says.
"We're reviewing the process, and we'll see," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said. "Whatever we were to decide to release, we'd have to be very responsible about reviewing that right now."
President Trump presented medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony.
The 63-year-old Roger Clemens has been accused of using performance-enhancing drugs, which he has denied.
Under a 2023 settlement reached by the Biden administration, Southwest agreed to a $140 million civil penalty after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022.
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
"We're reviewing the process, and we'll see," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said. "Whatever we were to decide to release, we'd have to be very responsible about reviewing that right now."
President Trump presented medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony.
The 63-year-old Roger Clemens has been accused of using performance-enhancing drugs, which he has denied.
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
A program at University of Colorado Anschutz is connecting its health care students with seniors to help prepare them for future interactions with older generations.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
Under a 2023 settlement reached by the Biden administration, Southwest agreed to a $140 million civil penalty after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022.
The recall involves INIU 100,000mAh portable power banks, model BI-B41that were sold on Amazon between August 2021 and April 2022, the recall notice says.
Many local businesses around Canvas Stadium are preparing for an influx in business during the CHSAA state football championships.
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
Federal regulators are investigating multiple Texas incidents in which the robotaxis drove around stopped school buses.
An internal report obtained by CBS Colorado raises several concerns about how Colorado's helitak program is being run.
A veteran Denver commercial real estate broker warned elected Denver officials in December of 2023 to scrap their plans to buy the Denver Post building for $88.5 million.
Colorado is now among the states under a microscope from the U.S. Department of Transportation, after several high-profile crashes involving drivers who couldn't understand road signs written in English.
Before the Broncos won in Week 11, the game at Empower Field at Mile High was preceded by a tense showdown between an air traffic controller and the pilot of a single-engine aircraft.
On Sept. 4, the body of Kathleen Mayo was found inside her first floor unit. Police say she was murdered.