50-52 Gloucester Rd,
Hurstville, NSW 2220
Weekdays: 7am – 5pm
Saturday: By appointment
Recent research suggests the COVID virus is having a detrimental impact on sperm production and sperm quality.
Reliable research from large cohort studies have found there is no increased risk of side effects among pregnant women who have received their covid-19 vaccine.
Further research from the University of Georgia has revealed that in severe cases of men infected with COVID-19, testicular function may be impaired, therefore resulting in a reduction of male fertility.
There has been a lot of misinformation circulating online during the pandemic, some of which is extremely dangerous for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Reliable research from large cohort studies has found there is no increased risk of side effects among pregnant women.
Concerns that the vaccine could cause infertility are unfounded and goes against current research, despite the fear-mongering going on in some parts of the world.
According to the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG), it is highly recommended that women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant receive the covid-19 vaccine.
Vaccine hesitancy is a concerning growing trend, and one based on zero scientific evidence. Yet many are still reluctant to get vaccinated.
Misinformation on social media has left women anxious and doubtful about COVID vaccines. However these vaccines won’t cause infertility.
The team at Fertility First is taking appropriate measures in line with advice from NSW Health to ensure the safety of our patients and staff.
Fertility First was established in 1997 to offer personalised fertility health care and treatment. We provide professional advice, assessment and treatment, coupled with leading-edge assisted reproductive technologies.
A leading Sydney IVF clinic, Fertility First is located in Hurstville just 16 kilometres south of the CBD, and just a short walk from Hurstville train station, across the road from Hurstville Private Hospital.
