All of the promises the government has made that will impact women.

Women are at the forefront this election season, with the Albanese government unveiling plans to spend $573 million on reproductive healthcare.

New oral contraceptives will be added to the list of federally subsidised medicines for the first time in three decades, while Medicare rebates will be boosted for women using long-term contraceptives.

They're just two of the promises Labor has made in its re-election pitch.

Let's break the proposed measures down.

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What Labor's $573 million health package means for Australian women.

New oral contraceptives added to PBS.

Two oral contraceptive pills, Yaz and Yasmin, will be covered under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).

The move is expected to benefit about 50,000 women annually, reducing their out-of-pocket expenses by hundreds of dollars each year.

The change, which will come into effect from March 1, is the first time in 30 years new oral contraceptives have been added to the PBS.

The government says work is underway to add more contraceptive options in the future.

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Medicare rebates increased for long-term contraceptives like IUD and implants.

Medicare rebates will also be boosted for women using long-term contraceptives, such as intrauterine devices (IUDs) and birth control implants.

Australia has relatively low uptake of long-term contraceptives compared to similar countries such as Sweden and Ireland, despite research showing IUDs and birth control implants are among the most effective forms of birth control.

The current Medicare rebate for IUD insertion is just over $91 and would increase to more than $215 under the proposed changes, while the rebate for removal would rise from $61 to $134.

The government says the initiative aims to lower costs for around 300,000 women, encouraging greater uptake of the contraceptive methods. However, this change is contingent on Labor winning the next election.

Birth control pills Yaz and Yasmin will be covered under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. Image: Getty.

Improved access to menopause support.

From July 1, a new Medicare rebate will be introduced for menopause health assessments, allowing women to receive specialised consultations.

Three new menopausal hormone therapies will also be listed on the PBS, benefiting approximately 150,000 women by making treatments more affordable.

From March 1, estradiol (Estrogel), progesterone (Prometrium) and estradiol and progesterone (Estrogel Pro) will be listed on the PBS.

Women on these therapies will save up to $290 a year, or up to $577 a year with a concession card.

Expansion of endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics.

The package includes funding for 11 new clinics dedicated to endometriosis and pelvic pain, bringing the national total to 26.

These clinics will offer specialised care and support for women suffering from these conditions.

Pharmacy-based UTI treatments trials.

The government plans to conduct national trials allowing pharmacists to prescribe treatments for urinary tract infections (UTIs).

This initiative aims to provide more accessible care for women experiencing UTIs, reducing the need for doctor visits.

However, these trials will only go ahead if Labor is re-elected.

Medicare rebates will also be boosted for women using long-term contraceptives, such as intrauterine devices (IUDs) and birth control implants. Image: Getty.

How the Coalition plans to match Labor's women's health funding.

The Coalition has confirmed it would match the $573 million funding commitment if it wins government.

"Whether it is helping women who live with chronic health conditions like endometriosis, supporting women with menopause, or helping families on their fertility journey, we are committed to getting the policy settings right," Shadow Minister for Health Anne Ruston said.

However, she criticised the Albanese government, saying, "It has never been harder or more expensive for women in Australia to access critical primary care."

She said the coalition has also committed to a review to guarantee of cheaper medicines and targeted healthcare for women.

Feature image: Getty.