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Discover our latest blog articles on all things fertility.
One in six couples experience trouble conceiving, and we are working towards a future where everyone in the community has the opportunity to create a family. Our Fertile Minds blog provides fertility related information authored by our leading minds from across the Virtus Health group. Here you can find the latest research, studies and fertility related information to help you understand fertility - from planning right through to treatment and technologies.
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*All opinions expressed on the blog belong to the individual doctors, scientists and specialists, not the Virtus Health group.
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Menstrual disorders explained
1 July 2021
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Written by
Dr Iris Wang
Fertility Specialist
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Has the social stigma of assisted reproduction been beaten?
26 May 2021
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Written by
Rebecca Featherstone
Relationship Manager
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Reflecting on one year as Group CEO of Virtus Health
12 May 2021
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Written by
Kate Munnings
Group CEO, Virtus Health
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How to cope on Mother’s Day this year if you’re struggling to conceive
5 May 2021
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Written by
Melissa Stephens
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Are essential oils safe if you’re trying to conceive?
22 March 2021
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Virtus Health
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Q&A with Professor David Gardner, the mastermind behind Virtus Health’s OneLab strategy
9 March 2021
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Virtus Health
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Top Six Common Questions about Pregnancy
2 March 2021
Written by
Virtus Health
![LGBTQ+ Guide to Fertility](https://www.ivf.com.au/sites/ivfa/files/styles/virtus_wide_m/public/2021-02/LGBTQ%2B%20guide.jpg?h=72f483ee&itok=nFC_lHju)
What are my options for starting a family? The LGBTQ+ Guide
25 February 2021
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Written by
Dr Bronwyn Devine
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Preimplantation genetic testing for genetic conditions
25 January 2021
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Virtus Health
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Egg Freezing Success Story
15 January 2021
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Virtus Health
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Egg Freezing - No insurance policy, but is it better than doing nothing?
15 January 2021
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Virtus Health
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Four dietary tips to consider when you’re trying to conceive
15 January 2021
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Virtus Health