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International group launches proposal to ban surrogacy worldwide

Mar 6, 2023

By Solène Tadié

A signed document aims to raise global awareness of surrogacy, which the group considers to be a practice that violates... Read more

With dozens of babies stranded in Ukraine, bishops call for an end to surrogacy

May 15, 2020

At least 100 babies recently born to surrogate mothers are now “stranded” in Ukraine, as coronavirus restrictions prevent them from... Read more

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Human dignity at risk in Europe, advocates warn before Pope's speech

Nov 24, 2014

Ahead of Pope Francis’ Nov. 25 address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, pro-life leaders are emphasizing the danger... Read more

Medical professional warns of risk in surrogate, donor pregnancies

Sep 20, 2012

Artificial reproductive technology is “absolutely” the commercialization of the female body and especially harmful to children, a medical expert and... Read more

Jennifer Lahl, president of The Center for Bioethics and Culture Network.

Rise in surrogate pregnancies raises ethical concerns

May 19, 2012

By Michelle La Rosa

An increase in the practice of surrogate pregnancy is leading to health risks, ethical concerns and a problematic understanding of... Read more

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