Getting support and access to services
There are services throughout Victoria where you can access expert care, information and support on a range of women's health issues. These services are free or low-cost and available to girls, women and gender diverse people of all ages.
You can also access online or in-person groups and programs, which provide a secure and supportive space to openly discuss your health journey. Find your nearest support group or .
The Women's Health and Wellbeing program
To bridge the gap in women's healthcare, the Department of Health is the delivery of a program of work to change the way women's health issues are treated.
Your sexual and reproductive health
Good sexual and reproductive health is important for your general health and wellbeing. Popular topics related to this include:
- abortion
- contraception
- cervical screening
- endometriosis
- menstruation
- menopause
- pregnancy
- polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
It is important to understand your health so you can get the care and support you may need.
Where to get help
- Your doctor (GP) – who can also refer you to your local women's hospital
- Jean Hailes for – online health information for women through every life stage
- 1800 – Tel. 1800 696 784 or interpreter service Tel. 13 14 50 – Victorian helpline for information about contraception, pregnancy and sexual health
- The Royal
- Sexual Health . To book an appointment call SHV Melbourne CBD Clinic: (03) 9660 4700 or call SHV Box Hill Clinic: (03) 9257 0100 or (free call): 1800 013 952. These services are youth friendly.
- Nurse-on-Call – Tel. 1300 60 60 24 (24 hours, 7 days) – free confidential helpline for immediate expert health advice from a registered nurse
- Community health – find health services in your area
If you speak a language other than English
- Health – health information in community languages
- Multicultural Centre for – for health information in community languages and access to health education for multicultural women
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Reviewed on: 01-09-2025