Does HealthScreen offer breast screening?

Does HealthScreen offer breast cancer screening?

No. HealthScreen does not offer routine breast cancer screening.

We support breast cancer screening through clinical guidance, risk assessment, and external referrals — but we do not perform mammograms.

Why doesn't HealthScreen offer mammograms?

HealthScreen was founded to  fill a gap in the current healthcare system by offering comprehensive screening pathways that aren't readily accessible elsewhere. Where an existing, free, high-quality program already exists, we think it's important to direct you there.

We recommend eligible women access mammography through their state BreastScreen service. As part of the program, BreastScreen will automatically remind you when you're due for your next screen so you're  always on top of your routine breast cancer screening.

What does HealthScreen offer for breast cancer screening?

• Clinical risk assessment Your HealthScreen physician will review your individual risk profile — including family history, personal history, and other clinical factors — to determine the most appropriate screening pathway for you.

• Referral for imaging If you haven't previously undergone mammography and meet the relevant criteria, your physician may recommend you book with BreastScreen. Where mammography is not appropriate for your individual circumstances, they may instead refer you for a breast MRI or breast ultrasound.

Please note: Imaging is performed outside of HealthScreen and will be billed separately by your chosen radiology provider. It is conducted independently of your HealthScreen program.

Why breast MRI is not recommended for everyone?

Breast MRI is highly sensitive and can be an appropriate screening tool for higher-risk individuals — such as those with dense breast tissue, a strong family history, or known genetic risk factors.

However, it is not recommended as a routine screening tool for the general population due to a greater rate of false positives.

Genetic risk assessment

For women with a personal or family history of breast or ovarian cancer, understanding your genetic risk is an important part of proactive screening. HealthScreen's 167-gene genetic panel includes BRCA1 and BRCA2 — the most clinically significant genes associated with elevated hereditary breast and ovarian cancer risk.

Your results can inform how frequently you should screen and which imaging modality is most appropriate for you.

Just looking for breast cancer screening?

Book directly with BreastScreen, free for anyone who meets the eligibility criteria.

Want to discuss your options outside of BreastScreen?

Contact our team on 1300 03 1300 or visit healthscreen.com.au