August 7, 2023
A BreastScreen Queensland van will be visiting Cherbourg and Murgon next month.
It will be at Cherbourg Hospital on August 15-17 and Murgon Hospital from August 18 to September 1.
Health Promotion Officer Sandra Peut has encouraged local women to attend the free service while it’s in the area.
“Our Mobile Service visits the region each year, and we urge women to take advantage of this opportunity by booking a free breast screen,” Ms Peut said.
“Regular two-yearly screening at BreastScreen Queensland means any breast changes can be picked up at an earlier stage when they’re easier to treat.
“We strive to make breast screening easy and accessible, with sites close to where people live and a range of appointment times, including offering Saturday appointments at Murgon on August 19 and 26.”
One in seven women in Australia will develop breast cancer at some stage in their life. A breast screen is the best way to find breast cancer in its earliest stages for better health outcomes.
Women aged between 50 and 74 are strongly recommended to have a breast screen every two years, as 7 per cent of breast cancer diagnoses are in this age group.
Women in their 40s and those aged over 75 are also eligible for the free service every two years.
Appointments can be made by seeing a health worker or phoning 13-20-50.
