The push for paid reproductive leave

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Australian unions are campaigning for ten days of paid reproductive leave to provide workers with the time and support needed to address various reproductive health challenges.


KEY POINTS
  • Specialist GP Dr. Angelica Logarta-Scott sheds light on the importance of this proposal and the challenges women face with reproductive health struggles, ranging from menstrual health and fertility concerns to conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, and other physical and emotional issues associated with them.
  • Currently, reproductive leave is offered in only a limited number of workplaces across Australia, with the Queensland government recently approving its implementation.
  • The push recognises the significant impact reproductive health can have on workers' well-being and productivity.
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The push for paid reproductive leave

SBS Filipino

21/11/202413:29
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