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  • Show Up Campaign launch breaking down barriers to screening 10 October 2025 Show Up campaign launch breaks down screening barriers This month, as part ofBreast Cancer Awareness Month, we launched a powerful campaign that speaks directly to thebarriersmany women face when it comes to screening— fear of pain,lack of time, and misconceptions around family history.This campaign is told through the experience of three brave women. The message to WA women is simple: Show Up! Show up for yourselves, Show up for those who love you. Show up and put your health first. We have a dedicated campaign landing pagewhere women are encouraged to get the facts of breast health. It includes an FAQ and a ‘what to expect’ overview during a mammogram. These messages are brought to life through the stories of three women: Jodie Joyce, a member of our Consumer Reference Group, who addresses the fear of discomfort and encourages others to push past it. Leanne P...
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    Graduate Diploma of Mammography opportunity 16 September 2025 Interested in a career change? BreastScreen WA are pleased to announce a partnership with Charles Sturt University, offering theGraduate Diploma of Mammography. If you have an undergraduate degree in a Health or Science related field, you may be eligible for the Graduate Diploma of Mammography at Charles Sturt University,supportedby BreastScreen WA.There are six places available in WA for intake...
  • Flyer for BreastScreen Australia Conference
    BreastScreen Australia Conference 2026 01 September 2025 BreastScreen WA has the pleasure of attending the BreastScreen Australia Conference 4-6 March 2026 in Brisbane. Over 500 professionals from across Australia and overseas will come together for a three-day event focused on advancing breast screening services and outcomes. The theme for this conference, "Equity in Action", reflects our shared commitment to ensuring that every individual, regardles...
  • A group of people in pink shirts stand together with signs reading 3 Million
    Three million screens milestone 18 July 2025 BreastScreen WA has reached an incredible milestone of delivering three million free screening mammograms since opening in 1989! This monumental achievement would not be possible without the efforts of every staff member at BreastScreen WA, who are dedicated to saving lives through early detection. In the past few years, BreastScreen WA has averaged around 135,000 screenings per year across 12...
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    Team BreastScreen WA at Mother's Day Classic 12 May 2025 BreastScreen WA staff had a wonderful time supporting breast and ovarian cancer research at the Mother's Day Classic yesterday! Staff either ran 10km or 5km, or walked 5km across the beautiful course, starting from Victoria Gardens, crossing Matagarup Bridge, along the Burswood foreshore and then Claisebrook Cove, all with stunning views of the Swan River. The team of 22 included BreastScreen WA'...

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  • Portrait of Dr Emmeline Lee
    Appointment of New BreastScreen WA Director 30 January 2025 We are pleased to announce that Dr Emmeline Lee has been appointed as Director of BreastScreen WA commencing with a two-week transition period on the 17th February 2025. Dr Lee’s appointment will have a focus on leadership, culture and driving the organisation into the future, alongside the very capable management team. Dr Lee is a locally trained radiologist with 20 years of experience in Women’s Imaging. She has extensive past clinical experience in mammography and breast assessment and works in the private and public settings as a radiologist. Dr Lee has worked in multiple leadership roles within health, education, and is an adjunct Associate Professor at University of Western Australia. Dr Lee’s appointment is a result of Dr Wylie stepping down from the Medical Director role at the conclusion of her current contract. BreastScreen WA thanks Dr Wylie for her ind...
  • Breast Cancer Awareness display at Canning Medical Centre Fremantle
    Health Promotion in the Practice Winner 06 December 2024 Medical practices promote breast screening for Breast Cancer Awareness month in October For 23 years, BreastScreen WA has held a Health Promotion in the Practice competition, encouraging medical practices to promote the importance of breast screening and breast awareness with their patients and local community. This is achieved through creative initiatives within the practice, including decorating in an array of pink. It is an opportunity for GPs and staff to “be in the pink” for breast cancer, which affects 1 in 7 women in Australia and causes 3000 deaths annually. Judges were looking for innovation and creativity, good use of BSWA resources, a strong message about screening, and levels of effort. Congratulations to Canning Medical Centre Fremantle, who not only created informative and eye-catching visual displays within their clinic but also engaged patients with an interac...
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    Pink Ribbon Breakfast 2024 Recap 12 November 2024 BreastScreen WA’s 19th annual Pink Ribbon Breakfast at Fraser’s Kings Park was a great success with 140 attendees coming together to celebrate the achievements and supporters of BreastScreen WA. We were honoured to have Aunty Dot Bagshaw complete a Welcome to Country and have Ms Emily Hamilton MLA (Member for Joondalup), representing the Health Minister, the Hon. Amber-Jade Sanderson MLA. Ms Hamilton, on behalf of the Health Minister, recognised outgoing BreastScreen WA Medical Director Dr Liz Wylie for her long-standing service. Attendees enjoyed a sit-down breakfast while guest speaker Dr Sarah Paton, Breast Physician and talented artist shared her inspiring story through her artwork. Feedback from attendees has been overwhelmingly positive and BreastScreen WA graciously thanks all those who attended. Stay tuned for the details of our 2025 Pink Ribbon Breakfast whi...
  • Matagarup Bridge Sunset
    Matagarup Bridge Goes Pink! 29 October 2024 The Matagarup Bridge turned pink last night in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month and BreastScreen WA staff were there to mark this important occasion. Some amazing photos were captured, we may be biased but we think the bridge looks pretty great in pink! You may have seen other landmarks in pink also with Joondalup Drive Bridge, Matagarup Bridge, Mount Street Bridge, Northbridge Tunnel, Sky Ribbon, Great Northern Highway Pt Hedland Interchange Bridge. Thanks to Main Roads for their support in painting the town in pink for this important occasion. BreastScreen WA has used this opportunity to encourage eligible participants to book their screening mammograms. If you are eligible for a breast screen, booking only takes a few minutes and can be done online by clicking here or via phone on 13 20 50. Remember, when it comes to breast cancer, early detection is the best protection. ...
  • Pink Ribbon Breakfast
    Pink Ribbon Breakfast 2024 tickets on sale now 04 October 2024 Each year, BreastScreen WA hosts a Pink Ribbon Breakfast to celebrate its achievements and supporters. The event consists of sit-down breakfast, and guest speakers who are women who have achieved wonderful things throughout their career. Event details are as follows Registration begins at 7:00am Formalities from 7:30am-9:00am Located at Fraser's Function Centre King's Park, 60 Fraser Avenue Purchase tickets at EventBrite here. This year's wonderful speakers are: Professor Rhonda Marriott Pro Vice Chancellor, Ngangk Yira Institute for Change, Murdoch University Matrilineally descended from the Nyikina people of the Kimberley, Professor Marriott, AM has extensive senior University leadership experience, and maintains her professional connection with nursing and midwifery. She champions the translation of codesigned maternal, early childhood and youth research outcomes into national pol...
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Last Updated: 17/01/2023

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