Why the Illawarra Women’s Health Centre is seeing a dramatic surge in demand for long-acting reversible contraceptives
The Illawarra Women’s Health Centre has reported a 240 per cent increase in women accessing long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) in the past six months, highlighting the growing demand for affordable reproductive healthcare. The Centre’s Executive Director, Sally Stevenson, said the surge reflects a critical unmet need. “We’ve seen a dramatic increase in women accessing our […]
Women’s health research receives $39m boost, but ‘still a drop in the ocean’
A wave of women’s health research projects has been funded in the 2025 round of the National Health and Medical Research Council’s grant schemes. Among the 338 projects supported so far in 2025, 18 specifically focus on women’s health issues, receiving a combined $39 million. These initiatives address critical gaps spanning pregnancy, chronic disease, cancer, […]
Birthing suites still off the cards at $780m Shellharbour Hospital, as helipad confirmed
A rooftop helipad will be built at the new $780 million Shellharbour Hospital, after both major parties pledged to fund it, but birthing suites remain off the cards. NSW Health Minister Ryan Park confirmed the government’s $10 million commitment just hours after NSW Liberal Leader Mark Speakman made the same promise, ensuring the lifesaving addition […]
Contraception improves women’s health and opportunities, WHO report finds
A new report from the World Health Organisation has highlighted how access to contraception is reshaping women’s lives globally, extending far beyond its role in preventing unintended pregnancies. The evidence brief called, Impact of contraceptive use on women’s health and socioeconomic status, was released earlier this year and pulls together six systematic reviews on the […]
Call for change as report finds women short-changed in 98 per cent of jobs
The report showed males out earn females in 98 per cent of the 688 occupations analysed.
Are You Eligible for Free Bowel Cancer Screening?
“We encourage every woman who receives a kit or is eligible to request one to complete it and return it promptly.”
New data underscores the need for better support for women International students
A national study of 1,491 women international students found that more than 40 per cent had experienced some form of sexual violence since arriving in Australia.
The ripple effects of US abortion ban and how it can impact Australian women
New US research reveals a disturbing consequence of abortion bans: a 7–10% rise in intimate partner violence in states with near-total restrictions.
Are you eligible for a free lung cancer check?
Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer in Australia. In 2022, it was the leading cause of cancer death, taking the lives of 3,903 women.
Birth Trauma Awareness Week sparks renewed call for birthing facilities at Shellharbour Hospital
Despite being one of the fastest-growing areas in NSW, there are still no plans for the new Shellharbour Hospital to provide maternity services.