Early Detection Saves Lives

Protect your health against cancer

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.

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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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  • Bowel cancer information

  • Cervical cancer information

  • Skin cancer information

  • Breast cancer information

  • Prostate cancer information

  • Lung cancer information

  • Liver cancer information

  • Other cancers information

Cancer information

In Victoria, lung cancer is the fourth most diagnosed cancer type and the most common cause of cancer-related death.

The National Lung Cancer Screening Program is for people aged between 50 and 70 years, depending on their smoking history, who have no symptoms of lung cancer.

If found at an early stage, more than 65% of lung cancers can be successfully treated.

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Reduce your risk of lung cancer by quitting smoking and/or vaping. It’s important for everyone to be aware of lung cancer symptoms and don’t delay speaking to a doctor if you notice them.

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If you’re aged 50 to 64 with a history of smoking, you could be eligible to participate in lung cancer screening. Speak to your doctor to see if you’re eligible.

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If you’re aged 65 to 70 with a history of smoking, you could be eligible to participate in lung cancer screening. Speak to your doctor to see if you’re eligible.

For people aged over 70, be aware of symptoms, and don’t delay speaking to a doctor if you notice them.

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For people aged over 75, be aware of symptoms, and don’t delay speaking to a doctor if you notice them.

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Over 90 per cent of all bowel cancers can be successfully treated if found early.

Australians aged 45 to 74 are eligible to do a bowel screening test every two years through the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program.

People aged 45 to 49 can request their first bowel screening kit at www.ncsr.gov.au/boweltest . People aged 50 to 74 will continue to receive the bowel screening kit in the mail every two years.

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.

People aged 45 to 49 can request their first bowel screening kit at www.ncsr.gov.au/boweltest.

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 to 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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Over 90 per cent of all bowel cancers can be treated if found early. For people aged over 74, be aware of symptoms, and don’t delay speaking to a doctor if you notice them.

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BreastScreen Victoria provides free mammograms to women, and trans and gender diverse people aged 50 to 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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It’s important for women and trans/gender diverse people aged under 50 to be breast aware and check for changes in your breasts. If you notice a change, don’t delay and speak to a doctor.

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BreastScreen Victoria provides free mammograms to women and trans and gender diverse people aged 50 to 74 with no breast symptoms, every two years.

Although it is rare, all genders should be aware of symptoms and see a doctor without delay.

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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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Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. Women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 74 need regular cervical screening every five years. If you’re due for a Cervical Screening Test, or have never had one, book an appointment with a cervical screening provider.

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Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. Women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 74 need regular cervical screening every five years. If you’re due for a Cervical Screening Test, or have never had one, book an appointment with a cervical screening provider.

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Women and people with a cervix aged 75 and over should be aware of any unexplained symptoms that could be a sign of cervical cancer. If you have any, don’t delay and book an appointment with a doctor.

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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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Skin cancer affects two in three Australians. If you notice changes to your skin, don’t delay and speak with a doctor or dermatologist about regular skin checks.

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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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For more information about different cancer types, symptoms, as well as familial cancers,  please visit our website.

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Health professionals want to see you to find cancer early and support you to participate in Australia's national cancer screening programs. Don't delay. If you notice any unexplained changes or are overdue for screening, book an appointment with your health professional.

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