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Content last updated 27/07/2026

Women’s Health

Cancer Screening

See our cancer screening page for information regarding the programs:

  • Bowel Cancer Screening
  • Breast Cancer Screening
  • Cervical Cancer Screening
  • Lung Cancer Screening

Perimenopause and Menopause

What is perimenopause?
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Perimenopause is the time leading up to menopause, when periods become irregular and hormone levels fluctuate.

What is menopause?
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Menopause refers to a person’s final menstrual period and is diagnosed after 12 consecutive months since then. Most women in Australia reach menopause from 45 to 55 years of age.

Perimenopause and Menopause Health Assessment
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Medicare health assessments are available to support people experiencing menopause or perimenopause. These assessments provide dedicated time with a healthcare provider to discuss symptoms, treatment options, and preventative health.

The assessment (minimum 20 minutes) may include:

  • A review of your medical history, wellbeing, and lifestyle factors
  • A physical check, including blood pressure, height, and weight
  • Referrals for tests (if needed), such as cervical screening, mammography, or bone health
  • Information on treatment and management options, including lifestyle advice

These services aim to provide earlier support and improve quality of life.

Learn more.

Download the Perimenopause and Menopause symptom checklist and tick the boxes to show which symptoms are bothering you. Take the checklist with you to your next medical appointment.

DHDA – https://www.health.gov.au/perimenopause?language=en

Termination of Pregnancy

Pregnancy
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Support and information from planning to have a baby, through pregnancy and birth, to the early weeks at home.

https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/

https://www.goldcoast.health.qld.gov.au/our-services/womens-and-maternity/pregnancy

https://www.qld.gov.au/health/pregnancy-and-birth

https://gcphn.org.au/commissionedservices/motherhood-village/

https://www.qld.gov.au/health/contacts/advice/13health

https://www.pregnancyfamilysupport.org/

Termination
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Finding out you are pregnant is different for everyone. Not every pregnancy is planned or straightforward. Support and help are available to you should you decide to terminate a pregnancy.

https://www.qld.gov.au/health/staying-healthy/women-and-girls-health/sex-and-sexual-health/termination-of-pregnancy

https://www.goldcoast.health.qld.gov.au/our-services/termination-pregnancy

https://findaservice.childrenbychoice.org.au/?loc=2863&radius=1500#5,-29.32472016151103,153.41308593750003

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/abortion

https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/abortion-surgical-and-medical-options

Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain

What is endometriosis
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Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium, grows outside the uterus. This tissue can attach to the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and other areas within the pelvic cavity. These growths can cause inflammation, pain, and scar tissue formation, affecting a woman’s quality of life and fertility.

What is pelvic pain
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Pelvic pain can present in many different ways and for a range of reasons. It commonly begins during adolescence, often around the time menstruation starts, but can occur at any stage of life. Pain may originate in pelvic organs such as the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, bladder or bowel, including conditions like endometriosis. It can also arise from muscles, joints or connective tissues, sometimes following injury. In some cases, pelvic pain begins during periods of significant stress, and in others, no single cause can be identified.

Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain support
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The Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain clinic specialises in the management of Endometriosis and Pelvic pain for people in the Gold Coast region. To learn more, visit below:

For further support in managing Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain, visit the below peak organisations
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Australian Endometriosis Coalition

The Pelvic Pain Foundation of Australia

QENDO Australia

Useful Links

Healthdirect Australia- Women’s health