As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, concerning figures show that almost half of all eligible women in New South Wales are missing out on free routine mammograms. Despite 1 in 7 women in NSW facing a breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, recent data reveals that only 51 per cent of eligible women participated in the free BreastScreen NSW program over 2024–25.

Brent speaks with Cancer Council NSW Cancer Screening Lead, Angelina Belluomo, about why early detection makes treatment far simpler, the common hurdles keeping women from booking, and how taking twenty minutes for a free check can save your life.

Key Highlights:


Concerning Participation Gap: Why 49 per cent of eligible NSW women are skipping vital routine mammograms.


The Power of Early Detection: How screening detects tiny, pre-symptomatic changes long before a lump develops, leading to simpler treatment and better recovery rates.


Free & Accessible Care: Details on free two-yearly screens provided for women aged 50 to 74 (and eligible women in their 40s) with no GP referral required.


Overcoming Fear & Hesitation: Addressing common barriers like busyness, fear of diagnosis, and anxiety about what happens during an appointment.

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, concerning figures show that almost half of all eligible women in New South Wales are missing out on free routine mammograms. Despite 1 in 7 women in NSW facing a breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, recent data reveals that only 51 per cent of eligible women participated in the free BreastScreen NSW program over 2024&ndash;25.
Brent speaks with Cancer Council NSW Cancer Screening Lead, Angelina Belluomo, about why early detection makes treatment far simpler, the common hurdles keeping women from booking, and how taking twenty minutes for a free check can save your life.
Key Highlights:
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Concerning Participation Gap: Why 49 per cent of eligible NSW women are skipping vital routine mammograms.
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The Power of Early Detection: How screening detects tiny, pre-symptomatic changes long before a lump develops, leading to simpler treatment and better recovery rates.
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Free &amp; Accessible Care: Details on free two-yearly screens provided for women aged 50 to 74 (and eligible women in their 40s) with no GP referral required.
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Overcoming Fear &amp; Hesitation: Addressing common barriers like busyness, fear of diagnosis, and anxiety about what happens during an appointment.
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Join&nbsp;Brent Bultitude&nbsp;every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.
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