Council has again partnered with Breast Screen Victoria to help local women access breast screen services.
Council will host a free event for local women aged between 50 and 74 to have their regular mammogram screening at the Ballarat Breast Screen Clinic on Tuesday 7 March. The event will include a breast screen mammogram appointment, transport from pick up points in Bannockburn and Smythesdale into Ballarat, refreshments and a social wellness activity hosted by Council staff.
Golden Plains Shire Mayor Cr Brett Cunningham said the event increased access to breast screening for local women.
“Council is proud to be able to continue this initiative with Breast Screen Victoria, to help local women overcome the transport and cost barriers to having regular breast screens.”
“Regular breast screening is the best way to find any breast cancer early, so if you’ve been putting off your regular two-year screen, or if you have not yet had a screen, please consider registering and taking up this free opportunity.”
The event will take place on Tuesday 7 March, from 10am to 12pm. Participants will be picked up and dropped off at The Heart, 11 Milton St, Bannockburn and at The Well, 19 Heales Street, Smythesdale.
Due to availability of mammogram appointments, places are limited to 15 people and registrations close at 5pm on Tuesday 28 February. To register, please click here.
Additional transport options are available to help residents get to pick up points. Please call 03 5220 7111 or email: [email protected] if you require assistance.