Australians underestimating fertility risks

A Flinders University study shows misconceptions about fertility coincide with a four decade trend towards older parenthood. (AAP)

A Flinders University study shows misconceptions about fertility coincide with a four decade trend towards older parenthood. Source: AAP

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New report finds young Australian men and women have a poor understanding of the impact of ageing on their ability to reproduce.

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