Prenatal tests

This article draws connections between reproductive technologies, disability and eugenics. Shares a critic and statistical information from The Disabled Women's Network (DAWN). 

This article provides a list of defines words and concepts on the topic of reproductive technologies.     

Argues that the new recommendations from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada discriminates against citizens with Down syndrome.

Discusses, with regards to new recommendations from the SOGC for pregnant women, how it is critical that value-neutral information convey not just the challenges of Down syndrome but also the richly rewarding lives possible for those with Down syndrome.

Provides a definition for prenatal screening: tests that are performed before the 20th week of pregnancy to determine the likelihood of adverse health conditions being present in the developing fetus.

Explains what the optimum time is for a pregnant woman to have the maternal serum screen test, and what steps need to be taken to have this test performed.

Explains the importance of ultrasound in establishing gestational age in the context of prenatal screening for conditions such as spina bifida.

Explores the implications of prenatal testing leading to pregnancy terminations when potential disabilities are detected. Includes other related articles.

Discusses reproductive technologies and their implications for women's equality and recognition of disability rights. Explores the medicalization of disability and disability-based discrimination.

Discusses reproductive technologies and their implications for women's equality and recognition of disability rights.