Health professionals want to see you, so don’t delay if you notice any unexplained symptoms or need to get up to date on cancer screening.
Get up to date with cancer screening and learn more about early detection
Use our interactive table below to learn more about cancer screening and how to take action if you notice a change or unexplained symptom.
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Blood cancers are the third biggest cause of cancer deaths across Australia, claiming more lives each year than breast cancer or skin cancer. If you are concerned about blood cancer or if you have any symptoms, don't delay and speak to a doctor.
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Over 90 per cent of all bowel cancers can be successfully treated if found early. People aged 50–74 will receive a free bowel screening test in the mail every two years from the Australian Government. It’s important for everyone to be aware of bowel cancer symptoms and to speak to a doctor if you notice any symptoms, especially if you have a family history of bowel cancer.
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Over 90 per cent of all bowel cancers can be successfully treated, if found early. It’s important for everyone to be aware of symptoms and don’t delay speaking to a doctor if you notice them. It’s also important to speak to a doctor if you have a family history of bowel cancer.
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Over 90 per cent of all bowel cancers can be successfully treated, if found early. If you're aged 50–74, you will receive a free bowel screening test in the mail every two years from the Australian Government. Don’t delay, make sure you’re up to date with bowel cancer screening. It’s quick, easy and can be done from home. If you notice any symptoms, even if your last screening test was normal, speak to a doctor.
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BreastScreen Victoria provides free mammograms to women, and trans and gender diverse people aged 50–74 with no breast symptoms, every two years. It’s important for women, and trans and gender diverse people of all ages to be breast aware and check for changes in your breasts.
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For women and trans/gender diverse people aged 75 and over it is important to be breast aware and check for changes. Although it is rare, all genders should be aware of symptoms and see a doctor without delay.
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Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in Australian men (apart from common skin cancers). There are about 18,100 new cases in Australia every year. If you notice unexplained symptoms, don't delay, speak to a doctor and get checked.
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Liver cancer is the fastest rising cause of cancer death in Australia. The most common risk factor for liver cancer is long-term infections of hepatitis B or hepatitis C. If you are at risk of hepatitis, or have concerns speak to a doctor.
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The last few years have affected our health priorities and caused changes to our health system, meaning many Victorians may have missed regular appointments and cancer screening. Don’t delay - health professionals are available to speak to you about early detection and cancer screening.
The earlier we find cancer, the better our chances of treating it. Some cancers can be detected at an early stage when treatment is likely to be more effective. There are tests your doctor can recommend which may find cancer early well before any symptoms are present which are called cancer screening. There are also tests available through national screening programs for breast cancer, cervical cancer and bowel cancer. These tests are provided free of charge for people who are eligible. It is also a good idea to get to know your own body. If you notice any changes, such as a lump in your breast or a spot growing on your skin, see your doctor.
Cancer Council Victoria’s Early Detection campaign aims to increase the number of Victorians practicing early detection and health seeking behaviours to protect more people from cancer. This includes seeing a healthcare professional when they notice unexplained symptoms and booking a health check.
Cancer Council Victoria wants to ensure that all Victorians have the best chance to live a life free of cancer. Over the past few years, we know there have been significant changes to our health system, with many people missing regular health checks or cancer screening. But it is time to ensure all Victorians who are eligible for our national bowel, breast and cervical cancer screening programs participate. We also want to encourage Victorians who notice any unexplained changes or symptoms to take action and book an appointment with a healthcare professional. The campaign is funded by the Victorian Government Department of Health.
We want to encourage health professionals to have discussions with patients about early detection and health seeking behaviours, including discussing cancer screening with their patients and checking if they are due. This campaign will also provide health professionals with campaign materials and resources to promote early detection to their patients.