"It was mid-May when I was diagnosed and six weeks later, it was a day before chemo when they first told me about fertility and that I was not going to be able to have kids... I was quite annoyed that it was six weeks later... they knew I was young"
Family planning – Offers health information, clinical services, education, training and research and works with people of any gender, age, ethnicity or sexual orientation. www.familyplanning.org.nz
Please also consider DHB based gynaecology services that provide a more specialist service.
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Heidi Watson
The Clinical Leader is responsible for providing clinical leadership and national oversight of the network .
Heidi is a passionate and experienced health professional with a strong clinical, education and leadership background. Her enthusiasm for, and commitment to youth health has focused on improving the outcomes of youth with cancer and chronic health conditions. Previously, Heidi held the position of AYA Cancer Nurse Specialist for Auckland District Health Board. Alongside her AYA clinical leadership role she holds a youth health academic position at the University of Auckland.