Good Morning America's Lack of Sensitivity for Infertile Couples
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During a recent interview on Good Morning America, Dr. Nancy Snyderman (who is NOT a specialist in the field of reproductive medicine) made the following comment when asked about women who have a difficult time affording the expensive drugs needed for assisted reproductive techniques:
Well, this is--this is sort of the dicey part. Perhaps not every woman is supposed to be fertile. I know people don't want to hear that. But if, in fact, this is an expensive course, and it is, should insurance companies pay for something that is not medically necessary, or should we alter the medical system to say, 'Yes, you should have the right to have a baby, therefore insurance companies should pay'? I don't think they're going to pony up anytime soon, because it is a very big pricetag.
Please sign this petition, which will be sent to Good Morning America, ABC and Disney. We would like the powers that be to re-address this issue, with an expert in the field of reproductive medicine and for Dr. Snyderman to apologize for her ignorant, off the cuff comments. Its comments like these that reflect the ignorance surrounding infertility and its treatment, and most importantly the need for legislation to help the innumerable couples that are afflicted with this disease. Wed like GMA to call attention to the FAITH Act, which would make coverage for infertility treatment available, and urge for public support of this important legislation. In addition, by signing this petition, you are saying that you will choose not to watch Good Morning America until amends are made for this horrendous and heinous error in judgment on their part, as well as Dr. Nancy Snyderman.
Well, this is--this is sort of the dicey part. Perhaps not every woman is supposed to be fertile. I know people don't want to hear that. But if, in fact, this is an expensive course, and it is, should insurance companies pay for something that is not medically necessary, or should we alter the medical system to say, 'Yes, you should have the right to have a baby, therefore insurance companies should pay'? I don't think they're going to pony up anytime soon, because it is a very big pricetag.
Please sign this petition, which will be sent to Good Morning America, ABC and Disney. We would like the powers that be to re-address this issue, with an expert in the field of reproductive medicine and for Dr. Snyderman to apologize for her ignorant, off the cuff comments. Its comments like these that reflect the ignorance surrounding infertility and its treatment, and most importantly the need for legislation to help the innumerable couples that are afflicted with this disease. Wed like GMA to call attention to the FAITH Act, which would make coverage for infertility treatment available, and urge for public support of this important legislation. In addition, by signing this petition, you are saying that you will choose not to watch Good Morning America until amends are made for this horrendous and heinous error in judgment on their part, as well as Dr. Nancy Snyderman.
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3 March 2016
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Olivia S
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the ignorance is staggering. one should not make blanket statements about things one knows nothing about.
21 February 2016
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21 February 2016
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Chrys M
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I am really saddened by the statement that was made on this show. Infertility is a disease that effects many women and men in this country. We did not ask for the disease. It is time that insurance companies and the country realize that covering expenses
19 February 2016
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Sheri Ld
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Mom of twins concieved via In Vitro Fertilization. Now, due to high costs of fettility and not being able to afford it my husband and I are now struggling with the emotional road to adoption.
16 February 2016
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Trish N
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Dr. Snyderman's were uninformed and insensitive. There are thousands and thousands of couples in the U.S. battling infertility for a variety of reasons. Commments such as Dr. Snyderman's just emphasize the ignorance that is rampant about infer
12 February 2016
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Ed H
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My daughter is currently 6 months pregnant via in-vitro fertilization. She did not chose premature ovarian failure. She did not wait until she was 40, sacrificing her fertility for her career. She should not have to sacrifice her retirement and savings to
12 February 2016
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Joey M
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I hope and pray that Good Morning America and any others whose outright and blatant ignorance has caused this society to waver off of what is really important can achieve an understanding in what these couples go through and can do something about it.
23 January 2016
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Anjali S
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I was in late 20's when started trying to concieve, and either way this is so insensitive - it is a birthright!
22 January 2016
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Rebekah Douglass
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I am hurt and completely affended that you would use the Lords name in vein to tell others what His will is for them. God states in the Bible many times, " Be Fruitful and Multiply". His word does not lie! One must be faithful and obedient. Nowhere in the
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12 January 2016
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Donna Stj
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Very uncool statement and very hurtful to many I am sure. NOT something I would expect on GMA.
11 January 2016
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Karla Andersen
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Apparently, Dr Snyderman has never been in this situation. Maybe next time she should think before opening her mouth.
10 January 2016
6 January 2016
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Barbara W
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So in other words, some people are not meant to be parents? Who has the right to make that decision?
5 January 2016
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Sherri G
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how extremely insensitive and uncaring for a medical "professional " to say that! Is that the same as me saying" well, maybe some people are MEANT to have heart disease- due to life style or heredity? why should insurance pay for that?" Get enlightened "D
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Heather C
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I suppose that patients with any sort of disease or disorder aren't meant to live or aren't supposed to have a certain quality of life either. Her are unbelievably insensitive and irresponsible for a physician to make publicly.
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