Beyond reach? Exploring fertility treatment accessibility in South Africa
The lack of awareness about fertility preservation options is a major issue, and proper counselling tailored to the personal backgrounds of patients is essential.
According to the World Health Organisation, around 17.5% of adults worldwide, or 1 in 6 couples in South Africa, per the National Department of Health, experience infertility – the inability to conceive after 12 months of regular unprotected intercourse.This World Infertility Awareness Month, it’s important to understand what exactly infertility is and who it affects before considering fertility preservation to take control of your reproductive future.
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