Albanese Government Launches National Clinical Guidelines for Perimenopause and Menopause

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The Albanese Labour Government has launched a tender process to develop Australia's first national clinical guidelines for perimenopause and menopause, as part of its broader work to improve support for women during this stage of their lives. The guidelines aim to address significant gaps in healthcare professionals' knowledge of perimenopause and menopause management, particularly in relation to menopausal hormone therapy. The development of the guidelines builds on the Albanese Government's $800 million Women's Health Package, which has improved access to affordable, high-quality care for women across Australia.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Albanese Labour Government has opened the tender process to develop Australia's first national clinical guidelines for perimenopause and menopause.
  • The guidelines are expected to improve diagnosis and clinical care for women, particularly in relation to menopausal hormone therapy.
  • The development of the guidelines is part of the broader work the Albanese Government is doing to improve support for perimenopause and menopause, including funding for health professional training and a public health campaign.
  • The guidelines will be developed in accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council's (NHMRC) Standards for Guidelines and will be approved by the NHMRC.
  • The Albanese Government's $800 million Women's Health Package includes new Medicare items for menopause and perimenopause assessments, with more than 32,000 delivered since July.
  • The package also includes better access to IUDs, contraceptives, and menopause treatments through the PBS, and delivering more endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics across the country.

Statistics:

  • The $800 million Women's Health Package has improved access to affordable, high-quality care for women across Australia.
  • More than 32,000 menopause and perimenopause assessments have been delivered since July under the Albanese Government's $800 million Women's Health Package.

Sources:

  • Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing
  • Australian Government's $800 million Women's Health Package