More single women and female couples having IVF

One in six private or NHS fertility treatments in the UK are accessed by single women or female couples, with the number of single women receiving IVF rising from 1,400 in 2012 to 4,800 in 2022. NHS funding for IVF is decreasing, with only 27% of cycles covered, leading to financial hurdles for many female couples and single women seeking treatment. While the report highlights the increasing popularity of IVF among different family groups, urgent change is needed to ensure equal access to services for all individuals seeking fertility treatment.

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