The House Resolution introduced by Representatives Malagari and others recognizes the week of April 20 through 26, 2025, as "National Infertility Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. It highlights the significant impact of infertility, affecting one in eight couples in the United States, and emphasizes that both men and women can experience fertility issues. The resolution points out the psychological and emotional burdens associated with infertility, including feelings of distress and stigma, and notes the financial challenges posed by common fertility treatments such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI).
The resolution advocates for raising awareness about infertility to help remove barriers to care and to foster understanding and empathy within the community. It calls for education on infertility to normalize discussions surrounding fertility challenges and to support those affected. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is encouraged to join organizations like RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association in promoting this awareness, thereby contributing to a more supportive environment for individuals and couples facing infertility.