A recent national review has confirmed that BreastScreen Australia is working well and continues to provide safe, high‑quality breast screening for women across the country.
The review suggested ways the program can keep improving to meet women’s needs into the future and looked at how the program can stay fair, consistent and evidence‑based.
While the program is strong, the review found that some women still face barriers to screening, including women living in regional and remote areas, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, and women from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
All Australian, state and territory governments have agreed to a new strategic framework to guide improvements over the next decade and ensure screening remains high-quality and evidence based. Any changes will be introduced slowly and based on strong evidence.
For women, there are no immediate changes to access or eligibility. BreastScreen Victoria continues to offer free, high‑quality breast screens every two years. Women aged 50–74 are actively invited, and women 40–49 and 75+ may also attend.
Women with symptoms, a strong family history or a recent breast cancer diagnosis may need different care and should speak with their doctor.
Click on the link below to learn more about the Review.
