Abstract

FERRERO AYMERICH, Alberto. Infertility in Costa Rica must be tackled as a public health issue. Acta méd. costarric [online]. 2012, vol.54, n.2, pp.119-121. ISSN 0001-6002.

Infertility affects one out of four couples in developing countries according to the World Health Organization, while its incidence in Costa Rica is estimated to be 10% in couples in reproductive - age. While the fertility rate in Costa Rica has fallen under the replacement rate, infertility must be approached as a public health priority. Therefore, instead of having the pointless discussion about approving a particular technique such as In vitro fertilization, the Costa Rican Legislative Assembly should focus on approving comprehensive health legislation. This legislation should be based on a population health approach and establish the creation of an Integrated System to Assist Fertility Problems. This System must thrust an interdisciplinary approach and prompt attention. It should also offer cost - effective therapies that guarantee its sustainability.

Keywords : Infertility; public health; health legislation; Integrated System to Assist Fertility.

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