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BreastScreen Victoria invites women and the trans and gender community aged 50 to 74 without breast symptoms to have a free 10-min breast screen every 2 years.

16/03/2026

Earlier this month, our team travelled to Brisbane for the BreastScreen Australia conference, themed Equity in Action. 🫶

It was an incredible opportunity to connect with colleagues from across Australia, share ideas and learn about initiatives to enhance the program and increase breast screening participation.

Thank you so much for having us! ✨

12/03/2026

For International Women's Day, we were proud to host the incredible team from Sisterworks Inc 🫶

SisterWorks has a powerful mission to uplift migrant, refugee and asylum seeker women through training and employment opportunities. During the session, we also had the privilege of hearing an inspiring story from Marynel, one of the sisters. 🧡

Marynel shared with us her passion for art, and her story migrating to Australia. It was a strong reminder of resilience, opportunity, and the impact women can have when they are supported and uplifted.

Visit Marynels website at https://marynel.com.au/ to see some of the work she does with Crafted Culture - a café powered by SisterWorks plus more of her art. 🎨

Thank you to the SisterWorks team and to Marynel for coming and sharing your story with us.

11/03/2026

We will be back at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show this month, from March 25-29 at the Royal Exhibition Building & Carlton Gardens! 🌼

We will have our own stall at the show, where you’ll be able to talk to our team about all things breast health and ask any questions. You will find our team upstairs, ready to share our resources about breast screens. For those who visited us last year, we will be in the same spot.

And as a bonus...if you schedule a breast screen with us on the day, you'll get to spin the wheel to win a prize for taking care of your breast health! We can't wait to see you all! 🫶

05/03/2026

To celebrate International Women's Day this Sunday 8 March, we attended The Royal Women's Hospital, International Women's Day Breakfast.
It was an inspiring morning featuring speeches from the Hon. Mary-Anne Thomas MP and Sue Matthews, CEO of The Royal Women's Hospital , with a panel discussion, moderated by Dr Preeya Alexander.

It was incredible to be in a room filled with so many dedicated and passionate women – who are driving change across our sector. We’re grateful to The Royal Women’s Hospital and event partners for creating a space that left us feeling motivated and connected. Thank you for having us . 💗

04/03/2026

So, what's next for us? 🤔

In the final episode of Behind the Screen, Rita Butera, CEO BreastScreen Victoria is back to chat about highlights from our previous episodes, our focus for the year rest of the year, plus a sneak peak of a new project we have coming. (Hint: think road and wheels!)

By sharing real stories and walking through the service step-by-step, we hope the series replaces nerves with confidence and helps people feel supported before they even make an appointment.

We'd like to thank all our guests, and our amazing listeners for the support and positive feedback we've received. 🫶

Thanks also to our wonderful host Dee Mason and Joy Studios. 💕

Tap the link below to listen to the final episode now, and be sure to share your thoughts in the comments below!

Listen now: https://bit.ly/4sj7EGf

04/03/2026

Today is International Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Awareness Day, a day to raise awareness about HPV - a very common virus that can affect anyone with a cervix. It’s most often acquired in late teens and early 20s, and can increase the risk of cervical cancer later in life.

Elise, our Nurse Coordinator with the Women’s Health Mobile Clinic, shares an important message about the importance of cervical screening. 💙

“HPV is common and often has no symptoms, that’s why cervical screening and getting vaccinated are so important. Looking after your sexual health is a normal and powerful part of caring for your overall well being.”

“At the Women’s Health Mobile Clinic, we’re proud to bring cervical screening, including the option of self-collection, directly to regional and rural Victorian communities.”

Cervical screening is just one of the many women's health services we deliver as part of the Women's Health Mobile Clinic. To learn more of the range of services and to see if it will be visiting a town near you, click the link below. 🫶

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4btzeJV

26/02/2026

February has been an incredible month for our Community Engagement team! 🫶

We hosted an information stall at the Banyule City Sunset Pride Party, where we connected with members of the community and talked about our program and the importance of early dectection of breast cancer.

We also held multiple information sessions and group bookings for Punjabi and Hindi speaking clients, with GenWest for the Ladies Club60 and Bhartiya Seniors Melbourne Inc.

A big thank you to our team, partners and clients for making these events and sessions happen! ✨

26/02/2026

What happens when innovation meets care? 💌

In episode 5 of Behind the Screen, we chat with our Chief Operations and Innovation Officer Luke, about how innovation shapes everything we do to enhance our program and improve our client's experience. We also hear from Dr Helen Frazer, one of our radiologists and Principal Investigator of our Image reading trial, plus Maroondah BreastScreen Program Manager Michelle, where we learn about some of the exciting, cutting-edge research trials happening right now.

Tap the link below to listen now. Share your thoughts on the episode in the comments below!

Listen now: https://bit.ly/4s8Qefg

18/02/2026

How do we improve equitable screening access in First Nations communities?

In Episode 4 of Behind the Screen, we explore breast screening in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

We are joined by Aunty Jill, CEO of Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation who shares her perspective on cultural safety and offers deeper insights into some of the challenges faced by Community. We also heard from Aunty Deb, a breast cancer survivor and her breast screening experience and CEO of of Djambana ACCO in Frankston Nairm Marr Djambana. Our Director of Communications and Client Engagement, Nicole, discusses why reconciliation is important to us and the positive impact the Beautiful Shawl Project is having in our community.

Tap the link below to listen now. Share your thoughts on the episode in the comments below! 🫶

Listen now: https://bit.ly/4kFYn8x

17/02/2026

Introducing Catherine, our Director of Quality and Clinical Care. As we recognise Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Catherine shares insight into the link between breast and ovarian cancer, and why this connection matters.

We recommend that you speak to a doctor to understand your personal risk and plan the next step that is best for you.

To learn more about risk factors for developing breast cancer, head to the link below.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3tnZx28

14/02/2026

Consider this a love note from us to you 💌

Book your breast screen if you are due, if you're aged 50 - 74 with no symptoms, click the link below, it's easy to do!

Happy Valentine's Day 💕

Book now: https://bit.ly/2LdhNBk

12/02/2026

What is the difference between health equity and health equality? 🤔

In this episode of Behind the Screen, we explore some of the barriers that can prevent people from accessing breast screening, especially those from hard-to-reach communities.

Our panel of guests brings these experiences to life. Eliza, Program Manager at Bendigo BreastScreen, shares insights from new communities in Bendigo and the work being done locally to increase breast screening rates. Carmel, from our Disability Consumer Advisory Group, and Cathy, a Consumer Network member and proud transgender woman, speak openly about their lived experiences navigating their breast screening journey.

Together we explore the steps being taken to overcome some of the challenges and make screening more inclusive for everyone. ✨

Tap the link below to listen now. Share your thoughts on the episode in the comments below!

Listen now: https://bit.ly/49PTGE3

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31 Pelham Street
Fitzroy, VIC
3065

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+61132050

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http://www.breastscreen.org.au/

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About BreastScreen Victoria

BreastScreen Victoria aims to reduce the impact of a breast cancer diagnosis ensuring you have the best health outcome through early detection. We aim to provide free mammograms to 70% of women aged 50−74 every two years, as they are the group most at risk of developing the disease. However, all eligible Victorians 40+ are eligible to attend.

BreastScreen Victoria is made up three components:

BreastScreen coordination unit (BCU). The BCU is responsible for administering the funding for screening, reading and assessment services. It is also the central hub for all information, appointment services, communications, recruitment, MSS coordination, and monitoring service levels to implement quality improvements.

Screening service providers. With 42 permanent screening clinics across Victoria, and 25 sites that are visited every two years by the mobile screening service (MSS), we strive for equality of access for all eligible Victorians.