Which option is NOT a barrier to care?

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

Answer: (D)

Barriers to care are obstacles that prevent people from seeking or receiving medical help. Lack of awareness means individuals might not know that help exists or that symptoms warrant care. Stigma around menopause or mental health can make someone reluctant to seek assistance. Limited access—whether due to cost, transportation, or scheduling—prevents obtaining care. Regular wellness visits, on the other hand, are proactive and ongoing encounters that open doors to care, allow early discussion of symptoms, and provide preventive services. They help connect people with resources, reduce delays, and normalize seeking help, so they do not act as barriers.