After making changes to her contraceptive medication, Eden experienced ongoing bleeding. She kept putting off a doctor’s visit, thinking it would eventually settle down. It wasn’t until her flatmates encouraged her to take it seriously that she booked an appointment. That one decision made all the difference.
Thanks to Southern Cross Health Insurance, Eden was able to get an ultrasound the next day, see a specialist soon after, and have surgery to remove an endometrial polyp within a month. Without private health cover, she says the wait could have been much longer. “Everything was so quick. From the GP to the ultrasound to surgery, it was all within a month. I was expecting to wait ages, but they just said, ‘When suits you?’ It was amazing.”
Having Southern Cross meant she didn’t have to navigate long wait times or worry about unexpected costs. Eden now manages her diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) proactively and feels reassured knowing she has easy access to care when she needs it.
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Note: The podcast features participants' own individual experiences with health insurance. These are their own views and experiences, and not the views of Southern Cross Health Insurance. This is not intended to be a recommendation or financial advice. If you are interested in obtaining health insurance, please seek professional advice.
*Not all benefits are available on all Southern Cross Health Insurance plans. You can check our policy documents to see what each plan covers. Eden has the RegularCare plan with Cancer Cover Plus.
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