In memory of Dr Michael Gibson 19 February 2026 In memory of Dr Michael Gibson Dr Michael Gibson was a radiologist who was instrumental in founding the pilot breast screening program in Western Australia in 1989, and which is now BreastScreen WA. He has had a profound influence in shaping breast imaging in WA. Mike was born and raised in the UK and attended medical school there. It was while working in a hospital in Zambia that Mike found his passion for Radiology. After moving to Perth in 1977 with his wife Margaret and their young family, Mike began working at SCGH, and soon built a distinguished career in WA, being appointed examiner to the Royal Australasian College of Radiologists. He loved his work and often brought work home, quietly reporting scans with care and dedication. Dr Mike Gibson was the first senior radiologist of the service and played a pivotal role in its establishment following a successful national pilo...

Annual Update for 2024-2025 Financial Year available now! 28 November 2025 The BreastScreen WA Annual Update for the 2024-2025 Financial Year is available now! This update includes highlights from the year, achievements, screening numbers and statistics, research summaries and new digital innovations. Click here to view Annual Update.

Palm Springs Medical Centre winner Health Promotion in the Practice 21 November 2025 Each year BreastScreen WA seeks the support of General Practices in promoting breast cancer awareness in October. This is the 24th year BSWA has run this activity with GPs. We are pleased to announce that Palm Springs Medical Centre is the winner of this year’s competition! This practice is to be commended on their decorative and innovative display that promotes BreastScreen WA and breast ca...

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! Sh...

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...