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Andrew Brown and Maeve Bannister

Women's health boost ahead of federal

Scott Morrison said $58 million in funding would help support women living with endometriosis. (AAP)

More than $80 million has been set aside in the federal budget for those planning for pregnancy to access genetic testing, as the prime minister focused on women's health.

The $81.2 million package will allow for a Medicare rebate for couples planning pregnancy to access genetic testing for cystic fibrosis, spinal muscular atrophy and fragile X syndrome.

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