The first babies have now been born through the donor arm of Victoria’s Public Fertility Care program, marking a key milestone and highlighting a growing need for egg and sperm donors.

New research from La Trobe University shows that culturally tailored maternity care is improving outcomes for First Nations families, with more babies born healthy and fewer requiring intensive care. The study was completed in partnership with the Women’s, Mercy Hospital for Women, and Joan Kirner Hospital for Women and Children.

Women will soon have clearer support to navigate menopause. The Women’s is leading new research to create a trusted online tool for those thinking about Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT).