TranslateBreast cancer screening
Data may vary from that previously published due to data reporting practices.
Breast cancer screenings and assessments
Eligible women screened
The number of eligible women screened for breast cancer.
Eligible women are Australian permanent residents aged over 40.
This indicator shows regular seasonal patterns, reflecting demand for appointments and supply (primarily, availability of specialist services). For instance, monthly screening attendance is lowest in December reflecting lower demand from women over the Christmas period.
Month | Eligible women screened (No.) |
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Women assessed
The percentage of women assessed after a mammogram who were assessed within 28 days of a screen detected abnormality.
Month | Assessed within 28 days (%) | Assessed within 28 days (No.) | All women assessed (No.) |
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