This October, get Your Most Important Photo ladies! A free 15-minute screening mammogram for women aged 50-74 is the best way to detect breast cancer early.
Early detection means treatment can be easier and women can get back to making memories sooner. Free breast screening in NSW is available through BreastScreen NSW for women aged 50-74.
Key Guidelines and Statistics
- Frequency: Recommended every 2 years for women aged 50–74.
- Aboriginal Women: Recommended starting at age 40.
- Women in their 40s or 75+: Welcome to screen with a doctor’s consultation.
- Prevalence: Breast cancer affects 1 in 7 women in NSW in their lifetime.
- Free Service: Over 250 permanent locations and mobile screening vans operate across the state.
- No referral is required.
How to Book
- Online: Through the BreastScreen NSW Booking Portal.
- Phone: Call
13 20 50
More information can be found at National Breast Cancer Foundation Inc.
image credited to National Breast Cancer Foundation Inc 2026.
