October 10, 2016
BreastScreen Queensland’s Mobile Service is back in the South Burnett.
Women aged 40 years and over are being encouraged to take advantage of the state-of-the-art digital mobile service, which is currently in Nanango.
BreastScreen Queensland Toowoomba Service health promotion officer Jessica Hobbs it was a great opportunity for women to look after their health while remaining in their local communities.
“The mobile service visits selected rural locations every two years and is always very well received,” Ms Hobbs said.
“This is a great opportunity for women to book in for their first breast screen, or to come back for their regular two-yearly screen.
“We know that early detection of women’s cancers provides the best chance of survival and quality of life, so if you haven’t been keeping up-to-date with these important checks, now is the time to do so.”
The mobile service will be at Nanango Hospital until November 25.
A second van will be at Kingaroy Hospital from October 17 to January 20.
Ms Hobbs said women aged 40 and over should have a breast screen every two years.
“In 2015 more than 15,000 Australian women were diagnosed with breast cancer,” she said.
“One in eight Queensland women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and of those 90 per cent will have no family history of the illness.
“That’s why we encourage all women aged 40 and over to have a free breast screen every two years, and also be sure to carry out regular breast checks.
“If you find something unusual, or have any concerns about your breast health, see your GP as soon as possible.”
Women aged 40 and over can phone 13-20-50 to book a free breast screen with the mobile service when it is either Kingaroy or Nanango.
A doctor’s referral is not required.
