Rural New South Wales woman spends $80,000 on IVF due to limited access and high costs in regional Australia.
Jane Morris from rural New South Wales spent over $80,000 on IVF for her daughter, reflecting the high costs and limited access to fertility treatments in regional Australia. With only one IVF provider in Orange and costs reaching $15,000 per round, many cannot afford the procedure despite a $2,000 government rebate. Rural patients often incur additional travel costs, highlighting broader issues in gynecological healthcare access in these areas. Experts call for improved health planning.
October 26, 2024
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