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Baby Boom: France, Ethics, and the Surrogacy Surge

France launched a campaign targeting 29-year-olds to encourage childbirth, including expanding access to egg-freezing, as part of a broader strategy to combat declining birth rates and address concerns about an aging population, according to multiple news sources. This initiative is part of a 16-point plan, reflecting a wider trend in Western countries where fertility rates are falling, prompting anxiety about funding pensions and healthcare.

The French government's move comes amid a complex web of global events, including ongoing debate about the ethical implications of surrogacy and the role of artificial intelligence in healthcare, as reported by Vox. The campaign's effectiveness is already sparking debate, with some questioning the long-term impact of such measures.

Simultaneously, other global developments are unfolding. Concerns about Donald Trump's health have also emerged, adding another layer of complexity to the current news cycle, as reported by Vox. Other issues such as resource extraction for batteries, challenges in the US Department of Justice's antitrust case against Live Nation, and cuts to public health funds are also unfolding.

The line between medically necessary and elective surrogacy isn't as tidy as people assume, according to Vox. The ethical implications of surrogacy are also under scrutiny, as individuals and couples navigate the complexities of starting a family.

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