Over 4300 Victorians have commenced their treatment journey since the service began in 2022, including more than 600 from regional and rural areas.
Now in its third year, the program aims to make fertility care more equitable and affordable, potentially saving families up to $10,000.
“Welcoming a new baby into the world is an incredible experience, but for some Victorians this journey isn’t always straightforward — that is why we are making it fairer and easier for more people to start or grow their families,” Victorian Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas said.
“Our landmark service has already helped to create 50 new families and save Victorians around $15 million — but we can help more prospective parents and encourage people to talk to their GP or specialist about a referral.”
Those with financial barriers to accessing private services, rural and regional Victorians, multicultural and multifaith communities, LGBTIQA+ Victorians and those undergoing medical treatment impacting fertility are encouraged to engage in this free service by speaking to their GP about their options.
Patients can access a range of free treatments, including in vitro fertilisation, intrauterine insemination or intracytoplasmic sperm injection, as well as fertility preservation such as egg freezing.
A number of satellite sites have been opened across the state in partnership with the Royal Women’s Hospital, including in Shepparton, for patients to receive the fertility care they need.
For more information, visit tinyurl.com/publicfertilitycare
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