Women in South Brisbane now have access to better women’s health care, with the opening of the new Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic in Oxley.
The clinic will provide treatment for people with endometriosis and pelvic pain as well as perimenopause and menopause care.
This clinic is one of 11 additional endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics the Australian Government is funding to improve women’s health.
The expansion will bring the total number of clinics to 33 nationwide, with at least one in each Primary Health Network region.
Each clinic operates within an existing general practice, keeping care close to home and connected to local communities.
Endometriosis affects at least 1 in 7 Australian women, often causing chronic pain and fertility issues. Women face an average 7-year delay in diagnosis, which can have a devastating effect on their daily lives.
Pelvic pain is similarly complex and debilitating, with broader social and economic impacts. It is estimated to cost the Australian economy $6 billion annually.
Quotes attributable to Assistant Minister White:
“I’m proud that the Albanese Government is investing in the health of women and girls with specialised, compassionate care that will change lives.
“Many women experience years of pain before they are diagnosed and treated for endometriosis or pelvic pain conditions. Women deserve better!
“This endometriosis and pelvic pain clinic in Oxley will make it easier and more affordable for women to get timely specialised care, including for perimenopause and menopause.”
Quotes attributable to Queensland Senator Corinne Mulholland.
“For too many women, endometriosis and pelvic pain have meant years of suffering without answers, this investment is about changing that and ensuring women are heard, diagnosed, and treated sooner.
“This new clinic in Oxley means women in South Brisbane can access specialised, compassionate care closer to home, without the long waits and uncertainty that too often come with these conditions.
“By expanding these services across the country, we’re not only improving health outcomes for women, but also strengthening our communities and easing the broader social and economic burden of these conditions.”