Breast-screening appointments are available in the Blue Mountains in February and March. 

The mobile BreastScreen NSW van will be in Katoomba from Monday, February 9 to Saturday, February 28 at Blue Mountains Hospital. Appointments are available Monday to Saturday and can be booked online at breastscreen.nsw.gov.au or call 13 20 50. 

The van will then be in Springwood from Monday, March 2 to Friday, March 14 at Springwood village car park. Book online at breastscreen.nsw.gov.au or call 13 20 50.  

Blue Mountains MP Trish Doyle said: “It’s wonderful to have this essential service in the Blue Mountains in February and March. 

“It’s recommended that women aged 50 to 74 have a breast screen every two years, as this is the best way to find breast cancer early.” 

Undertaking screening with BreastScreen NSW is free of charge and no GP referral is required. Women aged 40-49 and over 75 are also eligible to attend, but speak to your doctor first to see if it is a priority for you. Aboriginal women are recommended to start screening from age 40. Women experiencing symptoms such as a lump, nipple discharge or persistent new breast pain are advised to speak to their doctor without delay.  

MEDIA: Ilsa Cunningham | Trish Doyle MP (02) 4751 3298