Require insurances to cover infertility

The inability to have children is not a choice, it's an issue affecting 1 in 8 couples in the United States. Insurances do not cover any of these costs, which can be very expensive Infertility is a disease or condition of the reproductive system, which should be covered by insurances in South Carolina. Other states do require insurances to assist in the cost of infertility treatments, which allow their residents to begin a family. Infertility is a life crisis -- it has a rippling effect on all areas of your life. It is normal to feel a sense of failure that can affect your self-esteem and self-image. The unfortunate 1 in 8 usually remain silent, and there is no one to speak for them through the costs and pain. If you are fortunate enough to have your own children, chances are you know someone dealing with infertility, or your own children may experience this one day. The average cost is 12,000 dollars excluding meds, which may be up to 5,000 dollars. It's time the state of South Carolina require some form of fertility assistance for those covered under insurances. After all, this is a disease, not a choice.