Eden’s story

“I had control in a situation that could have been really overwhelming.”

At 22, Eden was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). For weeks, she experienced ongoing bleeding but 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 PCOS with regular check-ins and feels reassured knowing she has easy access to care when she needs it.

Get a free online quote now.