Prioritise Your Health with Regular Mammograms
For women aged 50 and older, breast cancer screening is more important than ever. As the risk of breast cancer increases with age, regular screening through free mammogram services is a vital step in detecting cancer early — even before symptoms appear.
Why Screening Matters
Breast cancer can develop without any obvious signs or symptoms in its early stages. Regular mammograms through programs like BreastScreen Australia are the best way to find breast cancer early, when treatment is most effective and survival rates are highest.
Screening can detect changes too small to be felt during a self-exam, giving you the best chance for early intervention and better outcomes.
Who Should Be Screened?
- Women aged 50–74 are strongly encouraged to have a free screening mammogram every two years.
- At age 55 and beyond, it’s even more crucial to keep up with routine screenings.
- Women of any age who notice unusual changes in their breasts should see a doctor immediately, even if they have recently had a mammogram.
What to Expect
A mammogram is a low-dose X-ray that takes images of your breast tissue. It is quick, safe, and free through the BreastScreen Australia program for eligible women. Most appointments take less than 30 minutes.
No referral from a doctor is needed — you can book directly with your local BreastScreen service.
Stay on Top of Your Screenings
Breast cancer is most common in women aged over 50. Staying proactive with regular screenings helps ensure any changes are found early, making treatment simpler and outcomes more positive.
Learn more or book your free mammogram today at the BreastScreen Australia Program website.
Find your nearest breast screening service
For information on breast screening services for women with a disability or special needs in your state or territory, see the contacts below: