The caring staff at BreastScreen Tasmania do an incredible job across the State in providing a vital early breast cancer detection service.
Recent figures show Tasmanian women are using the life-saving mammogram services available to them more than most other states and territories in the country.
Last year, BreastScreen Tasmania screened a record 32,420 women, which is an increase of more than 2500 screenings since 2014.
Part of this success is thanks to BreastScreen Tasmania taking its services to rural and regional areas across the State, in two high-tech screening buses.
All Tasmanian women aged 50 to 74 should have a breast screen every two years and are eligible for free screening. Women over 40 are also eligible to attend the clinic or buses.
I encourage all Tasmanian women in these age groups to make sure they are receiving regular screening mammograms, as these can detect breast cancers early before any symptoms even appear.
Tasmanian women with a screen-detected abnormality through BreastScreen Tasmania have been consistently assessed within 28 days of their mammogram, in line with national standards.
Importantly, this ensures timely diagnosis of breast cancers and can save lives.
To make a BreastScreen Tasmania appointment anywhere in the State, or to check if you’re due for your next screening mammogram, call 13 20 50. Appointments are also available during these school holidays.