- environmentalhealthnews.org/ehs/news/2011/in-vitro-fertilization-and-environmental-chemicals
- scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=environmental-chemicals-obstacle-infertile-couples
List date(s) this work was published or aired.
12-Oct-11
Provide a brief synopsis of the story or stories, including any significant findings.
In vitro fertilization can take repeated, costly attempts. Now scientists have found another potential obstacle for would-be parents. New research has turned up evidence of a link between endocrine-disrupting chemicals in the environment and poor in vitro fertilization outcomes.
Explain types of documents, data or Internet resources used. Were FOI or public records act requests required? How did this affect the work?
I used peer-reviewed scientific studies and data published by the American Fertility Association.
Explain types of human sources used.
I interviewed reproductive scientists, epidemiologists, a fertility specialist, and two women who underwent IVF.
Results:
None.
Follow-up (if any). Have you run a correction or clarification on the report or has anyone come forward to challenge its accuracy? If so, please explain.
No.
Advice to other journalists planning a similar story or project.
I utilized social media (primarily twitter) to identify women to interview about their IVF experiences.