Endometriosis

Committee Details

21/03/2024
House of Assembly Standing Orders
55th Parliament 03/05/2022 - Current
Active
Alison Meeks
8237 9384
scendo@parliament.sa.gov.au
Parliament House Corner of North Terrace and King William Street Adelaide SA 5000
Parliament House
Corner of North Terrace and King William Street
  • Ms Alison Meeks
  • Dr Jennefer Bagaporo
  • Mr Patrick Dupont

Committee Function

That this House establish a Select Committee on Endometriosis to inquire into and report on –
(a) the number of women in South Australia who suffer from Endometriosis;
(b) the barriers to getting a diagnosis, gaining access to treatment including primary care, specialist clinics and ongoing pain management;
(c) the current treatment and supports available, their evidence-based effectiveness and potential side effects and impacts;
(d) the impacts to employment of sufferers and employer best practice in supporting women with the condition;
(e) education available to young women, healthcare professionals and others;
(f) research and trials currently being explored in Australia; and
(g) any other related matters
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