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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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contraception

3 July 2020

will taking the pill impact my long-term fertility
Dr Lyndon Hale

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Dr Lyndon Hale

male infertility

11 June 2020

With Men’s Health week upon us, it seems timely to dispel some myths and discuss some tips about men’s fertility.
Dr Hossam Elzeiny

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Dr Hossam Elzeiny

Diet and PCOS

8 June 2020

Studies have shown that weight loss and diet are the primary focus when it comes to managing PCOS
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3 women froze their eggs

26 May 2020

How much do you know about your fertility? Is having a family something you’ve considered, but haven’t really given much thought to?
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male fertility man and mountain

30 April 2020

Conceiving a baby depends on several factors, but what many don’t know is that male infertility is the second biggest issue after a woman’s age.
frank quinn

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Dr Frank Quinn

covid 19 restrictions

22 April 2020

Support and advice from Melissa Stephens, fertility counsellor at IVFAustralia
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same sex couple

17 April 2020

Read IVF Australia's blog to learn about the process of conceiving a baby in a same sex relationship. We are proud supporters of rainbow families.
dr raewyn tierney

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Dr Raewyn Tierney

food

4 April 2020

The effects of a Mediterranean diet rich in omega-3 fish oil and vitamin D on fertility for women and couples undergoing In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF).
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Ovulation tracking calendar

1 February 2020

know more about conception and ovulation kits
 Dr Jeffrey Persson

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Dr Jeffrey Persson