tailieunhanh - Making Babies: reproductive decisions and genetic technologies

In all regions, knowledge of any method of contraception is high among young women and nearly universal among young men. However, knowledge of multiple methods is lower among young women and men in sub-Saharan Africa than their counterparts in other regions. Current use of modern contraception among married youth is lowest in sub-Saharan Africa. Overall, although sexually active, unmarried young women are more likely to use modern contraceptive methods, they also have higher levels of unmet need for contraception compared to currently married young women. More effort is needed to address the needs of young men, who are less. | Making Babies Human Genetics Commission reproductive decisions and genetic technologies nnnr You can copies of the report by writing to PO Box 77 London SE1 6XH Or by emailing dh@ Or by faxing 01623 724524 272321 1p 3k Jan06 ESP Contents Foreword 3 Introduction 6 Conclusions and recommendations 11 Chapter 1 Principles 18 Chapter 2 Historical developments 25 Chapter 3 Prenatal and neonatal screening and diagnostic testing 29 Chapter 4 Preimplantation genetic diagnosis 44 Chapter 5 Assisted reproductive technologies genetics and reproductive choice 54 Chapter 6 Framework and organisation of genetic services 65 Chapter 7 Futures 73 Annex A List of abbreviations used in text 86 Annex B Working Group Terms of Reference and membership 88 Annex C Consultation process and evidence 90 Annex D UK National Screening Committee criteria for appraising a screening programme 92 Annex E Where to go for further information 95 Annex F Documents referred to in the text 98