The Department of Health exists to provide services that work together for the health and well-being of our communities: maximising physical health but also the mental, social and environmental well-being of all Territorians.
Some health issues are unique to, more common, or more serious for women. These include sexual and reproductive health (including family planning), child birth and support for parenting, breast and cervical cancer prevention, the profound impact of family and sexual violence, primary care giving, and stress relating to the multiple roles women play.