Breast Cancer and Family History
Most women who are diagnosed with breast cancer don’t have a family history of the disease. Breast cancer is a common disease which is largely associated with increasing age. Developing breast cancer does not mean you have necessarily inherited a faulty gene, or that you will pass it on to your children.The earlier a cancer is detected, the greater the likelihood of successful treatment.
Detecting Breast Cancer Early is Vital
Mammograms (breast x-rays) can detect cancers long before they can be seen or felt by you or your doctor. Almost all breast cancers found in the earliest stage can be treated successfully. Breast Screen NSW mammograms are free and performed by female radiographers. Interpreters are free and available to help women make breast screening appointments. Group bookings can be arranged and free interpreters can be organised to attend group appointments. You do not need a referral from your doctor but we encourage you to bring your doctor’s details to your appointment.
Your Visit to a BreastScreen NSW Assessment Clinic
A team of specialists at the Assessment Clinic will guide you through your visit. They understand the anxiety you may be feeling and aim to provide a timely result.
Breast Cancer and Family History Poster
9 in 10 women diagnosed with breast cancer do not have family history
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program Information booklet
This booklet provides information about the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. It tells you about bowel cancer, the screening process and what happens after you get your results. You can order printed copies of this resource.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program Lifesaver brochure
This brochure provides some simple facts about bowel cancer and the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. You can order printed copies in English and other languages.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program Lifesaver fact sheet
This fact sheet provides some simple facts about bowel cancer and the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. It is available in over 20 languages.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – Home test kit instructions
There are 4 easy steps to completing a home test kit for bowel cancer. Find out what the kit contains and how to do the test.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – Lifesaver poster
This A3-sized poster encourages people to take part in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. You can order printed copies of this poster.
Self-collection and the cervical screening test
This fact sheet helps healthcare providers to discuss whether self-collection may be an option for participants in the National Cervical Screening Program. It is usually provided during a consultation.