Important pre-screening information

To prioritise the wellbeing of women, staff and our community, BreastScreen NSW is taking important measures to limit the transmission of COVID-19 (Coronavirus).

Before you book or attend an existing appointment, please note:

• If you have recently travelled overseas, been in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 or have flu-like symptoms(such as fever or cough), please schedule your appointment after your self-isolation period ends.
• If you have been diagnosed with COVID-19, we recommend you focus on getting well and postpone your mammogram until you have been given the all-clear by your doctor, then please call 13 20 50 to book an appointment.
• If you become unwell prior to your appointment or have contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19, please call 13 20 50 to reschedule. 

BreastScreen NSW has the following safety measures in place:

• Precautionary questions around health and travel
• Limiting the number of people in the clinic
• Provision of hand sanitiser
• Practicing social distancing in clinic waiting rooms
• A minimal contact check-in process
• Cleaning equipment and commonly used surfaces.

It is important to note that a mammogram is a medical procedure that requires close contact with a radiographer. Radiographers use NSW Standard Health Precautions and will position women with minimal face-to-face contact.

Here’s how you can help us when attending your appointment:

• Stay at home if you are unwell
• Wash your hands before coming to your appointment
• Only enter the clinic 5 minutes before your scheduled appointment
• Attend your appointment alone
• Avoid touching your nose and mouth
• Maintain a safe distance of 1.5 metres from others where possible
• Be patient and kind, we are in this together.

We encourage you to remain breast aware and if you find a breast change that is unusual for you, contact your doctor or health worker without delay.

If you have any questions or require help, please call us on 13 20 50.

For more information on COVID-19, visit NSW Health or call the Coronavirus Health Information Line (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) on 1800 020 080.