04/09/2026
A positive step forward for lipoedema care in South Australia.
Lipoedema Australia Chair Jen and Board Director Jacqueline met virtually yesterday with South Australia’s Minister for Health and Wellbeing, Blair Boyer MP, and his adviser Peter, with SA Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Mr Vani Prasad joining the meeting in support.
We had the opportunity to talk with Minister Boyer about lipoedema, the significant impact it can have on women’s lives, and the pain, disability and distress experienced by some of those living with the condition.
The Minister listened with genuine concern and was very engaged in understanding the challenges women with lipoedema can face.
Importantly, we asked the Minister to consider adding lipoedema to South Australia’s compression garment subsidy scheme. Minister Boyer and his adviser committed to looking into the financial implications and whether this can be made possible.
We also discussed the importance of support within the public health system, particularly access to appropriate assessment and garment measuring if lipoedema becomes eligible for the subsidy scheme.
We came away encouraged by the Minister’s response and his willingness to explore what can be done to improve support for South Australians living with lipoedema.
There is more work ahead, but this was a genuinely positive conversation and an important step forward.
