The Barwon Health Women’s Health Clinic will extend its operations from one to five days a week thanks to a state government investment.
The Victorian Budget 2023-24 will invest more than $153 million to help change how Women’s health issues are treated across the state.
Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas said providing specialised services through women’s health clinics and encouraging inclusivity was important.
“This comprehensive package to transform women’s health is about ensuring every Victorian woman can access the support and treatment they need and deserve,” she said.
“We’re creating new services, delivering more surgery, and training specialised staff to deliver the wraparound care and treatment Victorian women suffering from endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, and severe menopausal symptoms need.”
Premier Daniel Andrews said it was time to help women look after their health by establishing new clinics and extending the opening hours of current facilities.
“For too long women haven’t been listened to and their health issues have been ignored – this package is about giving women’s health, the focus and funding it deserves,” he said.
“We’re doing what matters and removing the barriers that women face so they can get the care they need, when and where they need it.”
Clinics across the state will give women access to specialists and comprehensive care to help deliver the care they need, no matter where they live.
