The Hon Rebecca White MP
Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care
Assistant Minister for Indigenous Health
Assistant Minister for Women

The Australian Government has delivered 11 new endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics across Australia, with all 33 clinics now open, supporting women and girls.   
 
These clinics are delivering a key part of the Australian Government’s landmark Women’s Health Package, which is investing almost $800 million to deliver improved health care and access for women and girls across the country.

Each clinic provides expert, multidisciplinary care for women and girls living with endometriosis and pelvic pain as well as perimenopause and menopause care.

Since the Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinics program commenced, the initial network of 22 clinics has supported over 10,000 women and girls and provided more than 28,000 services to those with endometriosis and persistent pelvic pain conditions. 

With all 33 clinics now open, access to care will continue to grow. The expanded network will help more women and girls access an earlier diagnosis and better support and improve access to management and referral pathways to local providers.

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.