Colombia marks a milestone in public health by implementing, for the first time, a comprehensive regulatory framework to address endometriosis as a chronic and debilitating disease
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With the adoption of this public policy, Colombia is positioned as a benchmark in Latin America in the recognition of endometriosis as a public health and human rights problem. The effective implementation of this regulation will be key to improving the quality of life of thousands of women
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This new framework regulates key aspects such as the National Registry of Patients with Endometriosis, work incapacity derived from the disease, and establishes mandatory guidelines for the entire Colombian health system, with a strong focus on human rights, equity and gender.
What does Resolution 2068 of 2025 establish on endometriosis in Colombia?
The resolution recognizes endometriosis as a progressive and highly disabling disease, and is based on national and international standards that support the fundamental right to health, such as:
- Law 1751 of 2015 (Statutory Health Law)
- Law 2338 of 2023, which orders the creation of this public policy
- Ruling T-448 of 2023 of the Constitutional Court
International treaties such as the ICESCR, CEDAW, and the Belém do Pará Convention
In addition, the regulations adopt inclusive language, recognizing women, trans men, non-binary and intersex people as “menstruating people”, in compliance with international health and human rights standards.
Main objectives of endometriosis public policy
Resolution 2068 of 2025 focuses on three central objectives:
- Adopt the Endometriosis Public Policy 2025–2034, with an intersectional and human rights approach.
- Implement the National Registry of Patients with Endometriosis, connected to systems such as SISPRO and RIPS.
- Regulate temporary or absolute work incapacity derived from illness, guaranteeing labor protection.
These measures are mandatory for all entities of the General Health Social Security System, including EPS, IPS, health secretaries, the Health Superintendency, and special regimes.
National Patient Registry: key to surveillance and management
One of the pillars of the resolution is the creation of the National Registry of Patients with Endometriosis, designed as an epidemiological tool to know the real magnitude of this condition in the country.
This record will include:
- Patient identification and location
- Presumptive or confirmed diagnosis
- Diagnosis date
Recognition of work disability due to endometriosis
The policy also regulates the official recognition of work incapacitytemporary or permanent, caused by endometriosis:
- The guidelines of the Decree 780 of 2016
- will be created specific medical assessment protocols
- It will guarantee the reinforced job stabilityincluding work at home or reasonable adjustments (Law 2088 of 2021)
This approach seeks prevent employment discrimination and ensure that people diagnosed do not lose their jobs for health reasons.
News that could help thousands of women who suffer from this disease, some in early stages who still cope with their lives facing mild pain and are looking for alternatives to, at least, have well-being; and others in more serious situations, such as the recent case of Melissa Gaona, who, after suffering from the disease, seeks approval for euthanasia, supported by medical examinations and chronic ailments.
