Overview
- The state will develop a women's pain standard within months to set consistent benchmarks for assessment, treatment and counselling in public health services.
- Penthrox, known as the green whistle, will be offered at 20 sexual and reproductive health hubs to relieve pain during IUD procedures.
- A specialist clinic for girls and adolescents with reproductive system conditions will open at the Royal Children's Hospital.
- The inquiry found 90% experienced pain lasting over a year and 54% reported daily pain, with common causes including menstrual and hormonal conditions, endometriosis and musculoskeletal problems.
- The report delivers 27 recommendations across research funding, provider education, referral pathways, regional workforce and affordability, with a women's pain action plan to follow.