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Woman Who Spent Over €30k On IVF Says More Support Needed From The State

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Should there be more financial support for those struggling to have children?

Did you know Ireland is one of the only countries in Europe to not fund IVF treatment?

Senator Catherine Ardagh has gone through the process of IVF herself, spending over €30,000 before conceiving her twins.

She's pushing for legislation that will allow free access to treatment for struggling couples.

Catherine believes it's unfair for people to be facing huge bills.

We spoke to a number of people who've gone through the experience, including some who had to go all the way to Turkey!

However, not everyone agreed that it should be funded.

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Woman Who Spent Over €30k On IVF Says More Support Needed From The State

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