First person born via IVF treatment celebrates 40th birthday

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Wednesday, June 6, 2018
First person born via IVF turns 40

Modern medicine and Louise Brown mark an incredible milestone this week.

Brown was the world's first baby born via in-vitro fertilization. She celebrates her 40th birthday this week.

Brown and fertility expert Dr. Angie Beltos visited ABC7 Chicago to discuss IVF and the progress that has been made since Brown's birth.

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