14/11/2025
Over 13,000 responses revealed the realities of living with pain. The report found that 90% of respondents had experienced pain lasting over a year, with 54% experiencing it daily. One respondent shared, “I have never felt seen or heard when it comes to my pain, something needs to change.”
Listening to these stories highlighted unmet healthcare needs, gaps in research and representation, gender bias in healthcare and barriers across communities and most importantly a clear call for change.
It is important for us to recognise these experiences and reflect on how care and understanding can improve for everyone living with pain. If you would like to read the report yourself it is available online via the Victorian Department of Health website.