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For less severe but still urgent situations, go to an Emergency Department.

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BreastScreen NSW resumes screening in Northern NSW and Mid-North Coast regions
Published: 18 Feb 2022

BreastScreen NSW has recommenced operations at clinics in Northern NSW and Mid-North Coast Local Health Districts following a temporary suspension of services.

Services across these areas were paused in response to the risk posed by COVID-19 and a need to redeploy staff to support the pandemic response.

BreastScreen NSW North Coast Director, Jane Walsh said women who had their appointments cancelled should wait to be contacted before calling the service.

“Our staff are working tirelessly to ensure women can rebook their breast screen as soon as possible,” Ms Walsh said.

BreastScreen NSW services recommenced on Monday 14 February at its clinics in Tweed Heads, Lismore, Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie.

Mobile clinics will visit Murwillumbah from Monday 14 February to Thursday 24 February and then Mullumbimby from Monday 28 February.

BreastScreen NSW has implemented COVID-19 safe measures at its clinics and mobile screening vans to protect women, staff and the wider community, and all staff are double vaccinated.

BreastScreen NSW requires all clients to wear a mask to their appointment. To ensure adequate physical distancing, we request that clients attend their screening appointment alone.

If you feel unwell with symptoms associated with COVID-19 prior to your appointment, please stay at home and contact BreastScreen on 13 20 50 to reschedule your appointment

Anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms should get tested immediately and self-isolate until you receive your results.

We continue to urge any women experiencing breast symptoms to see their regular doctor without delay to get a referral for diagnostic testing, which continues to be the nationally recommended pathway for symptomatic women.