Which of the following is NOT a barrier to care?

• A. Regular wellness visits
• B. Lack of awareness
• C. Stigma
• D. Limited access

Answer: (A)

Regular wellness visits are a facilitator of care rather than a barrier. They keep you connected with healthcare, allow ongoing screening, symptom assessment, and timely management, and provide opportunities for education and preventive advice. In the context of menopause care, staying engaged with routine visits reduces delays in recognizing symptoms and starting appropriate treatment.

Lack of awareness, on the other hand, is a barrier because if someone doesn’t know menopause symptoms or that effective treatments exist, they may not seek help. Stigma can deter individuals from discussing uncomfortable or aging-related changes, making it harder to access care. Limited access covers real-world obstacles like cost, insurance gaps, transportation, or provider shortages that prevent seeing a clinician at all. So, while the other factors hinder care, regular wellness visits support and enable care.