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Podcast: Anger as NHS Kent and Medway makes cuts to IVF treatment and lowers eligibility age limit for women

from KentOnline · host Nicola Everett, KentOnline

It's claimed significant changes to IVF provision in Kent have been brought in 'under the radar'. From the start of April, the number of cycles on the NHS has been cut from two to one, while the upper age limit for women to start treatment has been lowered from 40 to 38. Health papers due to be discussed by councillors this week suggests the change brings Kent in-line with most other areas. Hear from a county councillor who is also a former NHS director. Also in today's podcast, a dad who lives near Maidstone has been telling us about the impact of ongoing water supply disruption. South East Water customers started experiencing problems 11 days ago - with the company blaming high demand during the heatwave. We've also been speaking to the company's head of water resources and the Ashford MP who is promising to hold water firms to account. A group that works with young families in Folkestone has been telling us about some of the pressures parents are facing, as they appeal for more volunteers. Home Start Shepway says issues including screen time, diet and cost of living can leave people struggling. And in sport,  former Gillingham midfielder Euan Williams has signed for National League South side Dover Athletic. The 23-year-old was one of 14 senior players to leave the Gills at the end of last season - as boss Gareth Ainsworth oversees a major overhaul. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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