Women’s Health and Wellbeing Barwon South West have called on local women to make submissions into a state inquiry on women’s pain.
The inquiry, which has received more than 12,000 submissions is into it’s final week.
Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas said it was essential to analyse the issue and how it was handled.
“For too long women’s pain has been overlooked, misdiagnosed and dismissed – we’re taking action by listening to Victorian women and transforming how women’s health is treated in Victoria,” she said.
“We’ve heard from thousands of women who have told us about not being heard, being misdiagnosed and having their conditions downplayed.”
“But we know there are so many more women and girls who’s stories we have not heard so I encourage you to fill out this survey.”
Jodie Hill, CEO of Women’s Health and Wellbeing Barwon South West says more submissions will lead to action on the issue.
“At all stages of life, women are at greater risk of ill health than men. Globally a higher proportion of women and girls experience chronic pain, however they don’t always get the treatment they need,” she said.
“We look forward to seeing the results of the Inquiry and, importantly, the steps the government will take in response to what they are hearing from women.
“In the meantime, while the Inquiry is still open, we encourage women to make their voice heard by making a submission.”
