The 44th episode of the Progress Educational Trust podcast explores explores what employers can and should do, for employees who are receiving fertility treatment or who are dealing with infertility, with Becky Kearns, Seema Duggal, Dr Krystal Wilkinson, Dr Michael Carroll, Sandy Christiansen and Natalie Sutherland.
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We would like to thank Jon Nicoll (who created the opening and closing music for our podcast), and also Carrot Fertility (which supported the event featured in the 44th episode).
Register for these upcoming PET events:
- What Does the NICE Fertility Guideline Update Mean for You?, taking place online on Wednesday 15 April 2026 – register here.
- What Is the Impact of Fertility Treatment on Patient Health?, taking place online on Wednesday 22 April 2026 – register here.
- What Is the Impact of Fertility Treatment on the Health of Resulting Children?, taking place online on Wednesday 29 April 2026 – register here.
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