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WOMEN’S HEALTH
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
FASHION ADVICE
with Dr Andy Stamatiou
with Dr John Barletta
with Mark Ferguson
WHAT IS INFERTILITY?
CARING FOR AGEING PARENTS
RACE DAY FLORALS
WHEN IT COMES time to start a family, most of us take it for granted that it will be an easy and natural process. And for many, this is the case. After one year of unprotected intercourse, 85 per cent of Australian couples will become pregnant. For the remaining 15 per cent, further investigation is required. Possible reasons for infertility are fairly evenly split. In general, infertility is due to male factors in 30 per cent and female factors in 30 per cent. Both male and female factors could be the cause in a further 30 per cent, with unexplained infertility occurring in only 10 per cent of cases. Common reasons for infertility include age, endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, low sperm count and previous vasectomy. Australian fertility services have an outstanding record of being able to successfully assist those who wish to start a family. The majority of referred patients are able to become pregnant without the need for IVF. If you have any concerns about infertility, talk to your GP about a referral.
WE’RE SO FOCUSED on our own ageing that we often forget that our parents are going through the same thing. Soon, they may lose the ability to carry out some tasks that were once effortless. If and when that happens, it’s time for you to step up to the plate. There are many ways we can express gratitude for everything that our parents have done for us. It might be as simple as teaching them how to use a smartphone. They might need assistance with transport, health needs, chores, and projects around the home. Or you may need to take on a slightly more involved role in order to help with the legal or financial matters that become increasingly important to ensure good quality of life. Remember, your help must come with acceptance and patience and should never override your parents’ autonomy. Although it can be a sad and challenging time in your life, helping your parents can be an incredibly rewarding experience.
IT’S TIME TO consider your looks for the Brisbane Racing Club Winter Racing Carnival. The official flowers and fashion themes are: BTC Cup, May 14: Salmon rose, with a fashion theme of Bold Colour. Doomben Cup, May 21: Scottish thistle, with a Fashion Forward theme. Doomben 10,000, May 28: Yellow rose, with the fashion theme being Metallic. Ladies’ Oaks Day, June 4: White rose, with a Feminine fashion theme. Gents, this means something playful to show off your personality. Stradbroke Day, June 11: Red rose. For fashion, look to black and white with a touch of red. While you don’t have to work your outfit entirely around the flower, it’s a good idea to complement it with a touch of the colour in your pocket handkerchief, tie or socks. Want to know how to be the best dressed on the day? Talk to your tailor or stylist. Remember, Suit of Change Day is May 19. Tickets for the cocktail party are still available for purchase from suitofchange.com.au.
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DR JOHN BARLETTA, CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST LEVEL 1, SUITE 2, 3 DAYS RD, GRANGE P 3356 4400 JOHNBARLETTA.COM
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