Women’s Health, Policy & Progress with Senator Marielle Smith

27/11/2025 22 min Temporada 3 Episodio 7
Women’s Health, Policy & Progress with Senator Marielle Smith

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In this episode, we sit down with South Australian Senator Marielle Smith, a passionate advocate for women’s health, equity and access; to explore what real change looks like at the policy level, and how it translates to everyday women seeking care.What We CoverMarielle’s Story & “Why”A look into who Marielle is, what a typical week in Parliament involves, and the personal experiences that fuel her commitment to women’s health advocacy.Senate Inquiry into Perimenopause & MenopauseKey findings from the national inquiry, including gaps in diagnosis, education, and access to care—and what women across Australia said they need most.The 2025 Federal Investment in Women’s HealthWhat the upcoming funding means for:Perimenopause supportHRT accessibilityPelvic pain managementBetter pathways for frontline, multidisciplinary careMedicare & Pelvic Health PhysiotherapyA practical breakdown of what Medicare currently covers, where the major gaps sit, and why improving access to pelvic health physiotherapy is essential.What’s Next in Women’s Health PolicyMarielle shares what she’s working on now from expanding early-access services to strengthening allied health integration and her vision for improving women’s health in the years ahead.Follow Marielle @senatormariellesmith

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