{"title":"[topic] Breast screening","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"benign-breast-conditions-breast-calcifications","title":"Benign Breast Conditions: Breast Calcifications - HE1813","description":"\u003cp\u003eYour mammogram (breast X-ray) from BreastScreen Aotearoa showed an area of calcifications, and you were asked to come back for assessment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreast calcifications are small areas of calcium in the breast. They cannot be felt and can only be detected on a mammogram. Calcifications are very common and in most cases are harmless. There are two types: macro-calcifications and micro-calcifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMacro-calcifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMacro-calcifications are coarse calcium deposits in the breast. They look like large white dots or dashes on a mammogram. They are found in about half of women over the age of 50, and in about 1 in 10 younger women. They may be caused by calcium deposits in a cyst, or in milk ducts, as women get older. They may also be the result of previous injuries or inflammation. Calcium in the diet does not cause calcifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMacro-calcifications are harmless. They are not linked with cancer and do not need any treatment or monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMicro-calcifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are micro-calcifications?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are tiny deposits of calcium in the breast tissue that show up as fine white specks on a mammogram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow common are they?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicro-calcifications are very common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow are they found?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicro-calcifications can be seen on a mammogram. Unless you have a mammogram, you would be unaware that you have them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo they turn into cancer or increase the risk of cancer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually, micro-calcifications are not due to cancer. However, in a small number of cases, a group of micro-calcifications seen in one area (a cluster) may be a sign of pre-cancerous changes in the breast or of an early breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is done about them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your mammogram shows that there are calcifications, a doctor who specialises in reading X-rays and scans (a radiologist) will look at the size, shape and pattern of calcifications to decide if any further tests or investigations are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf micro-calcifications are found, you may be asked to come to an assessment clinic to have a close-up mammogram (magnification views) of the affected area and sometimes an ultrasound. Depending on the results of this, the radiologist may recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eno further action because the changes are clearly not cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea biopsy – taking a small sample of tissue with a needle so that it can be looked at under a microscope. This is done using an ultrasound or a mammogram linked to a computer, which produces detailed images (pictures) of the breast tissue and helps the doctor to guide the needle to the area of the calcification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the needle biopsy might show\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Benign (non-cancerous) changes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many benign causes of micro-calcification. Some of the most common are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFibrocystic change. The most common cause of breast lumps in women aged 30–50, fibrocystic changes occur because some of the breast tissue overreacts to normal monthly changes in hormonal levels. This can lead to scarring around the ducts, which can block the duct and cause micro (tiny) cysts to accumulate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFibroadenoma. A fibroadenoma is a non-cancerous lump that grows in a young woman’s breast. With menopause and ageing, these can shrink and calcify.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFat necrosis. Previous injury, surgery or infection in the breast can cause scarring, which may calcify.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvolution. Ageing of itself can cause calcifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone of these changes by themselves give you a significantly increased risk of breast cancer or turn into breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe calcifications therefore do not need to be removed, nor do you need to be screened more often than other women your age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will be called back for your routine screening mammogram by BreastScreen Aotearoa in two years’ time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. ‘Indeterminate’ (uncertain) biopsy findings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes, if none of the calcifications are shown in the X-ray of the needle biopsy, or if there are uncertain changes when the pathologist looks at the tissue under the microscope, you will need to have another needle biopsy or have the area removed surgically. You will receive more information about the procedure if you are one of the few women who is advised to have this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Cancer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen breast cancer cells are detected because of micro-calcification, they tend to be either ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) – pre-invasive cancerous changes in the milk ducts of the breast – or small early breast cancers that have not spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small number of women this affects will be referred for treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens if you have benign changes only?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreastScreen Aotearoa will invite you for your next mammogram when it is due, if you are still eligible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour calcifications do not increase your risk of developing a cancer compared with other women your age. You should continue to have mammograms at the normal two-yearly intervals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you notice a new lump or anything else unusual in either breast, see a doctor without delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor more information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have questions not answered by this sheet, ask the breastcare nurse you saw at BreastScreen Aotearoa.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34774443917470,"sku":"HE1813","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/products\/HE1813thumbnail.jpg?v=1662937116"},{"product_id":"benign-breast-conditions-breast-cysts","title":"Benign Breast Conditions: Breast Cysts","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eYour mammogram (breast X-ray) from BreastScreen Aotearoa showed an area of change and you were asked to come back for assessment. The change that showed up on your mammogram was not breast cancer. It was a simple breast cyst.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is a simple breast cyst?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simple breast cyst is a collection of fluid in a sac in the breast. It may occur as a single cyst or several cysts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is known about them?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou may not even be aware that you have them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey may present as new lumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey may appear overnight or rapidly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey may be painful or painless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey can occur in either one breast or both breasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey can change in size or shape and may contain thin or thick fluid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey can feel soft, firm or hard; smooth or mobile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey can come and go or change size during the menstrual cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat causes them?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple breast cysts occur because a few milk- producing breast glands and ducts overreact to normal hormonal changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow common are they?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple breast cysts are very common and can occur in women of any age. They are most common in the 30- to 50-year age group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey usually disappear after menopause, but in some women they can last throughout life. After menopause breast cysts are more likely to occur if women are taking hormone replacement therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan they be prevented?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause cysts occur in response to normal female hormones, there is no known way to prevent them. You will stop developing new cysts when you stop producing hormones sometime after menopause. Hormone replacement therapy can cause new cysts to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow are simple breast cysts confirmed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes simple breast cysts may show up on a routine mammogram. An ultrasound scan will help us decide that these are simple breast cysts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the past, surgery was used to diagnose simple breast cysts, but with the use of ultrasound this is no longer required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is done about them?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple breast cysts are usually left alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes the ultrasound will not show the typical appearance of simple breast cysts and a needle biopsy may be necessary to make sure they are simple breast cysts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf simple breast cysts are very uncomfortable, they may be drained for pain relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasionally, they can refill or return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDo they turn into cancer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and simple cysts do not increase your risk of getting breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you notice new or growing breast lumps, do not assume they are simple breast cysts, even if you have had simple breast cysts in the past. See a doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat happens now?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should continue to have mammograms at the normal two-yearly interval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreastScreen Aotearoa will invite you for your next mammogram when it is due.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor more information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have questions not answered by this sheet, ask the breastcare nurse you saw at BreastScreen Aotearoa.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34774444343454,"sku":"HE1810","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/products\/HE1810_BSA_Factsheet_Breast_Cysts.pdf.png?v=1593000745"},{"product_id":"benign-breast-conditions-breast-pain-mastalgia","title":"Benign Breast Conditions: Breast Pain (Mastalgia)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is mastalgia?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Mastalgia is breast pain and is either cyclic (which means that it tends to\n  change with your menstrual cycle and is often worse just before your period)\n  or non-cyclic. Pain can range from minor discomfort to severe in some cases.\n  Many women worry more about what is causing the pain than the pain itself.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCyclic breast pain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat causes it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Cyclic breast pain is caused by a response to changing hormone levels. This\n  leads to a sensation of heaviness, pain and an increase in tenderness. Cyclic\n  breast pain becomes rare after menopause. Women who use hormone replacement\n  therapy may still experience it.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow common is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCyclic breast pain is very common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it cause cancer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Cyclic pain alone isn’t usually a sign of breast cancer. You should see a\n  doctor if the pain is troubling you or if you notice other changes, such as a\n  breast lump or nipple discharge.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it treated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Cyclic breast pain can be treated in a range of ways. In some cases hormone\n  blockers are prescribed by a doctor.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following suggestions have helped some women:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ea well-fitting, supportive bra\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    cutting down on coffee, tea and caffeine (Caffeine is in some\n    over-the-counter medicines, such as cough medicine. Herbal tea and decaf\n    coffee are OK. Reducing coffee should be done gradually as stopping suddenly\n    can cause headaches.)\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should discuss these treatments with a doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNon-cyclic breast pain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat causes it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Non-cyclic breast pain, without a lump, can be due to breast cancer, but this\n  is rare. More frequently it is due to a problem in areas near the breast, such\n  as ribs or muscles in the chest wall, or occasionally organs in the chest (for\n  example, heart or lungs). This can be caused by an injury or physical\n  activity. Non-cyclic breast pain may be due to infection in the breast or,\n  rarely, some inflammatory conditions. If you experience a new or unusual pain,\n  see a doctor.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow common is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Non-cyclic breast pain is less common than cyclic breast pain. Generally the\n  pain is there all the time and does not vary with the menstrual cycle.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it treated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eTreatment of non-cyclic breast pain depends on the cause. You should see a\n    doctor to get this checked even if your mammogram is normal.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat about screening with mammography?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Even if you have breast pain, you should still have your routine two-yearly\n  screening mammogram if eligible. If mammography is painful for you, try to\n  reschedule your appointment for the week following your period. Some women\n  find it helpful to take an over-the-counter painkiller 30 minutes before the\n  mammogram appointment.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  BreastScreen Aotearoa will not check you for breast pain or other breast\n  symptoms. So, you should see a doctor if you have pain in one of your breasts\n  that is new or unusual for you.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor more information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  If you have questions not answered by this sheet, ask the breastcare nurse you\n  saw at BreastScreen Aotearoa.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34774446571678,"sku":"HE1814","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/products\/HE1814_BSA_Breast_Pain_Mastalgia.pdf.png?v=1593000753"},{"product_id":"benign-breast-conditions-fibroadenoma","title":"Benign Breast Conditions: Fibroadenoma","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n  Your mammogram (breast X-ray) from BreastScreen Aotearoa showed an area of\n  change and you were asked to come back for assessment. The change that showed\n  up on your mammogram was \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e breast cancer. It was a\n  fibroadenoma.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fibroadenoma is a very common benign (non-cancerous) breast condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is known about it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    It may be felt as a breast lump or seen on a mammogram or an ultrasound.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    It can vary in size from a few millimetres to 5 or more centimetres in\n    diameter.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    If it can be felt, it usually feels like a firm, smooth, oval or round lump\n    that can move easily within the breast.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    It is usually painless but can be tender, especially before a period or\n    during pregnancy.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOccasionally there can be multiple fibroadenomas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat causes it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  A fibroadenoma occurs because of small hormonal changes in normal breast\n  tissue, which cause an area to overgrow.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow common is it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  It is more common in women aged 15–40 years but can be found in women of any\n  age.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoes it turn into breast cancer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  No. A fibroadenoma has no greater chance of developing into a breast cancer\n  than other breast tissue. Having one or several fibroadenomas does not\n  increase your chance of developing breast cancer.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow is it confirmed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The diagnosis of a fibroadenoma can be confirmed by taking a sample of cells\n  and\/or tissue from the area, which is then examined under the microscope. This\n  can be done with a needle biopsy, often guided by ultrasound.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is done about it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  If it is proven that it is a fibroadenoma, there is usually no need to remove\n  it.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  At times, surgery is recommended to remove a fibroadenoma, for example, if it\n  is large, growing, causing discomfort or if the diagnosis is not certain.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat happens when a fibroadenoma is not removed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMost get smaller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSome remain the same size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA few get bigger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat happens now?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should continue to have mammograms at the normal two-yearly interval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  BreastScreen Aotearoa will invite you for your next mammogram when it is due.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  In the meantime, if you notice a new or growing lump anywhere in either\n  breast, see a doctor without delay.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor more information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  If you have questions not answered by this sheet, ask the breastcare nurse you\n  saw at BreastScreen Aotearoa.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34774448111774,"sku":"HE1811","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/products\/HE1811_BSA_factsheet_Fibroadenoma.pdf.png?v=1593000760"},{"product_id":"breast-conditions-ductal-carcinoma-in-situ","title":"Breast Conditions: Ductal Carcinoma In Situ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is ductal carcinoma in situ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) is a very early form of breast cancer that\n  affects the breast ducts, which carry milk to the nipple. It is a growth that\n  is cancerous but non-invasive. This means that it has not spread into the\n  surrounding breast tissue and\/or other areas of the body, but is contained\n  within a breast duct.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  If left untreated, most cases of DCIS (but not all) may spread into the\n  surrounding tissue and if this occurs it is termed invasive. Treatment of the\n  DCIS is almost always recommended because at present there is no reliable way\n  to predict which cases will not become invasive.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Invasive cancer has the potential to spread to other parts of the body and\n  become life-threatening.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow is DCIS detected?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The majority of women do not experience symptoms. A small number of women are\n  diagnosed with DCIS after finding a lump or experiencing nipple discharge or\n  occasionally a change in the nipple itself.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Most cases of ductal carcinoma in situ are detected by screening with\n  mammography.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The DCIS usually shows on the mammogram as small clusters or specks of calcium\n  in the breast ducts. These specks are termed microcalcifications. Most\n  microcalcifications on a mammogram are not cancerous. Women who have\n  microcalcifications that could indicate a cancer need further tests for\n  diagnosis.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat happens after the mammogram?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  When a suspicious area of microcalcification has been seen, the doctor needs\n  to obtain tissue from the area to send to the laboratory to confirm that it is\n  DCIS. This is done by core biopsy, which involves inserting a special biopsy\n  needle into the affected area in the breast. Mammography or ultrasound is used\n  to guide the needle into the correct spot and then several fine slivers of\n  tissue are taken.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Occasionally, the diagnosis cannot be made from needle samples. The tissue\n  will then have to be obtained surgically. This is called an open biopsy. The\n  affected area may need to be identified and marked by inserting a small, very\n  fine wire (called a hook wire) into the breast under local anaesthetic.\n  The affected area, including the hook wire, is then surgically removed under\n  general anaesthetic and sent to the laboratory for testing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs there more than one type of DCIS?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  DCIS is often split into three groups: high grade, intermediate grade and low\n  grade. The grading of DCIS (ie, high, intermediate or low) indicates how\n  actively the abnormal cells are multiplying. Therefore, high-grade DCIS is\n  when the cells are dividing more rapidly than low grade. High-grade DCIS is\n  more likely to progress to high-grade aggressive invasive cancer. Intermediate\n  grade represents DCIS that lies between low and high grade. Some low-grade\n  DCIS either does not progress or takes many years to progress to invasive\n  cancer. At present it is not known which low-grade DCIS is safe to leave in\n  the breast, so treatment is almost always necessary.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow is ductal carcinoma in situ treated?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Surgical treatment is necessary (unless you have some other illness that\n  prevents it). It is particularly important to have the area of DCIS removed\n  surgically because in up to 25 percent of cases there may already be invasive\n  cancer in that area.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Your surgeon’s recommendation will depend on a range of factors, including the\n  size and grade of the area of DCIS.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Your surgeon may recommend local excision or removal of the DCIS\n    (breast-conserving surgery) along with some surrounding tissue. This is most\n    commonly used for small areas of DCIS. Mammograms can sometimes\n    underestimate the size and extent of the DCIS, particularly if it is low\n    grade. This sometimes means that further surgery (another operation) needs\n    to occur to remove all of the DCIS.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    After breast-conserving surgery, radiation therapy may be recommended.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Mastectomy is recommended for women who have a large area of DCIS or several\n    separate areas of DCIS within the breast.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  DCIS alone does not spread to the lymph nodes in the armpit (axillary nodes),\n  so it is not usual to remove them. Lymph node surgery on the armpit may be\n  advised in the following situations:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    If you have a large area of DCIS, especially if this is high grade, you may\n    have a sentinel node biopsy at the time of removal of the DCIS.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    If invasive cancer is found after removal of the DCIS, your surgeon may then\n    advise removal of lymph nodes from your armpit.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    If you choose to have a mastectomy with immediate reconstruction, it is\n    common to take some of the axillary nodes for testing.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Recurrence after local excision (the return of cancer at the site of surgery)\n  is relatively uncommon. Recurrence after mastectomy is rare. The recurrence\n  rate is less than 1 percent per year.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Hormone therapy (anti-oestrogen treatment) such as tamoxifen is sometimes\n  recommended as an additional form of treatment to prevent recurrence or reduce\n  the risk of a new cancer or DCIS in the other breast.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFollow-up treatment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  All women treated for DCIS should have long-term, regular clinical\n  examinations and annual mammograms to detect recurrence or a new cancer in the\n  other breast. Most recurrences of DCIS are picked up by mammography. Free\n  annual mammograms are available through your DHB on referral by a GP or\n  hospital specialist. After five years, if still in the eligible age range, you\n  may have two-yearly mammograms with BreastScreen Aotearoa.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGlossary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eBiopsy\u003c\/strong\u003e – removing a sample of tissue from the body and\n  examining it under a microscope to help diagnose a disease.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eHook wire\u003c\/strong\u003e – a small, very fine wire that is inserted into the\n  breast to mark the area that is to be surgically removed for testing or\n  treatment.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eInvasive breast cancer\u003c\/strong\u003e – cancer that has spread into\n  neighbouring normal tissue.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eLocal excision or breast-conserving surgery\u003c\/strong\u003e – surgical\n  removal of the affected area of the breast with some surrounding tissue but\n  not total removal of the breast.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eLow\/high-grade DCIS\u003c\/strong\u003e – the grade indicates how actively the\n  abnormal cells are dividing. High-grade DCIS is when the cells are dividing\n  more rapidly than low-grade DCIS. Intermediate grade represents DCIS that lies\n  between low and high grade.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLymph nodes\u003c\/strong\u003e – glands in the body’s lymphatic system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMammogram\u003c\/strong\u003e – an X-ray of the soft tissue of the breast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMammography\u003c\/strong\u003e – the process of taking a mammogram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMastectomy\u003c\/strong\u003e – surgical removal of the breast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eMicrocalcifications\u003c\/strong\u003e – tiny deposits of calcium in the breast\n  tissue, usually only seen on a mammogram.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eRadiation therapy\u003c\/strong\u003e – the use of high-energy X-ray beams to\n  kill cancer cells or prevent them from reproducing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eSentinel node biopsy\u003c\/strong\u003e – a technique involving the removal of\n  one, two or a few lymph nodes to which breast cancer cells are likely to have\n  spread. This procedure has less pain and fewer complications than removing a\n  number of the lymph nodes in the armpit.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eUltrasound\u003c\/strong\u003e – a test using sound waves to produce a picture of\n  tissues inside the body.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Adapted with the kind permission of the New Zealand Cancer Society from “DCIS\n  Patient Information” Cancer Society of New Zealand Inc 1999.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34774451060894,"sku":"HE1812","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/products\/HE1812_BSA_factsheet_Ductal_carcinoma_in_situ.pdf.png?v=1593000775"},{"product_id":"breastscreen-aotearoa-nzsl-version-nz-sign-language","title":"BreastScreen Aotearoa – NZSL - NZ Sign Language","description":"\u003cp class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e\n  \u003ciframe src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2tOb8FfA0MI?rel=0\u0026amp;autoplay=0\u0026amp;wmode=opaque\" width=\"446\" height=\"276\" class=\"video-filter video-youtube vf-2tob8ffa0mi\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" height=\"91\" width=\"460\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\n        This New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) translation also offers audio, for\n        the purpose of viewing together with someone who may not understand sign\n        language.  The audio is paced to align with each section of the\n        NZSL messaging.\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n  Having a mammogram every two years improves a woman's chances of surviving\n  breast cancer.\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"blockquote-nq\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eBreastScreen Aotearoa is a free national breast screening programme that\n    checks women for early breast cancer. The programme aims to reduce the\n    number of women who die from breast cancer.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho can have a free screening mammogram?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA screening mammogram is an X-ray of the breast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  You can have a free screening mammogram every two years through BreastScreen\n  Aotearoa if you meet all the following:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eare aged 45–69 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ehave no symptoms of breast cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ehave not had a mammogram in the last 12 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eare not pregnant or breastfeeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    are eligible for public health services in New Zealand\u003ca href=\"\/products\/breastscreen-aotearoa-nzsl-version-nz-sign-language#_ftn1\" id=\"_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftnref1\" title=\"\"\u003e*\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  If you meet the criteria above and have had breast cancer, you can re-enter\n  BreastScreen Aotearoa five years from when your cancer was found.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the chances of getting breast cancer and dying from it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    The risk of breast cancer increases as you get older. Of those women who get\n    breast cancer, three-quarters are 50 years and over.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Most women who get breast cancer have no close relative with the disease.\n    Even among women with a family history of breast cancer, only a very small\n    number will be at high risk of getting breast cancer.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The chance of a New Zealand woman getting and dying from breast cancer each\n  year is shown in the table below. Because there are effective treatments\n  available for breast cancer, most women who get breast cancer do not die from\n  it.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the benefits of regular screening?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Screening does not stop you getting breast cancer, but does reduce your chance\n  of dying from it.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  If you are under 50, screening reduces your chance of dying from breast cancer\n  by about 20 percent. If you are between 50–65, screening reduces your chance\n  of dying from breast cancer by about 30 percent. For women aged 65–69, it is\n  reduced by about 45 percent.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n        Chance of developing or dying from breast cancer\n      \u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth colspan=\"5\" scope=\"col\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFor every 10,000 women\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"white-space: nowrap; text-align: center;\"\u003e45–49\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"white-space: nowrap; text-align: center;\"\u003e50–54\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"white-space: nowrap; text-align: center;\"\u003e55–59\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"white-space: nowrap; text-align: center;\"\u003e60–64\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"white-space: nowrap; text-align: center;\"\u003e65–69\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eThe chance of developing breast cancer is\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e22\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e24\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e26\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e33\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e34\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\n        The chance of dying from breast cancer each year without screening is\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\n        The chance of dying from breast cancer each year with screening is\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd class=\"rtecenter\"\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"font-size:10px;\"\u003eSource: MOH: Data are averages for 2005–2009 incidence and mortality\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat should I know about mammograms?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Mammograms are breast X-rays. When you have a mammogram, the medical radiation\n  technologist (radiographer) who takes the X-rays places each breast in turn\n  between two plates on the X-ray machine. The plates hold the breast firmly for\n  a few seconds while the pictures are taken. Some women find this\n  uncomfortable, and a few find it painful. It does not harm the breasts.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow accurate are mammograms?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Mammograms are not perfect. They are currently the best way to find breast\n  cancer.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  A mammogram may suggest that something is not right when, in fact, all is\n  well. This is called a false positive result.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  You may notice symptoms of breast cancer between your two-yearly screening\n  tests. This is called an interval cancer and can happen because:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    some cancers do not show up on a mammogram. This is more likely in women\n    before menopause and in some women who take Hormone Replacement\n    Therapy who often have dense breast tissue. Breast density usually\n    reduces as women age and go through menopause\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    the radiologists (X-ray doctors) looking at the mammogram may miss the\n    cancer. This will happen sometimes, no matter how experienced the\n    radiologists are\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003esometimes a fast growing cancer will develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Despite this, mammograms are the only proven way for finding breast cancers\n  early enough to reduce your risk of dying of breast cancer.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat women aged 45–69 should know about mammograms.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Regular mammograms reduce the change of dying from breast cancer among women\n  aged 45–69. However, the benefit is greatest for women aged 50–69 years for\n  two reasons.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Breast tissue is denser in women under 50. This can make it more difficult\n    to see a cancer. About a quarter of cancers in women under 50 years are\n    missed.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    A false positive result is also more common in women under 50 and can lead\n    to more unnecessary tests and anxiety.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMammograms:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    can show changes in the breast before anything can be seen or felt. In most\n    cases the changes will not be cancer\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    can detect breast cancer early, which means a very good chance of successful\n    treatment\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    are particularly effective in women 50 years and over who have mammograms\n    every two years\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    can detect about 75 percent of unsuspected cancers in women under 50 and 85\n    percent in women over 50\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    cannot prevent you getting breast cancer and cannot always prevent death\n    from breast cancer.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat about my results?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The programme will send your results to you within two weeks of having your\n  mammogram.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    For most women, the result will be normal and you will be asked to return\n    for your next mammogram in two years.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    A small number of women will be phoned to come back because something needs\n    further checking. This service, which is also free, may involve more\n    mammograms, an ultrasound and perhaps the taking of a small sample of breast\n    tissue for examination under a microscope. About 80% of the  women\n    recalled will not have breast cancer.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    The few women who do have breast cancer will be referred to a specialist for\n    treatment. Most women with breast cancer will be advised to have surgery to\n    remove the cancer. Some women will need further treatment such as radiation\n    therapy, hormone therapy, chemotherapy or a combination of these.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are some of the limitations?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all screening tests, breast screening has some risks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    You may need to have more tests if there was something on your mammogram\n    that needs to be checked out. You will need to come in for another\n    appointment and sometimes the additional tests are uncomfortable. While most\n    women returning for further tests aren't found to have breast cancer, this\n    can still be a worrying time.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    All X-rays, including mammograms, mean you are exposed to a small amount of\n    radiation – but the amount is so small it is unlikely to cause you any\n    harm.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    It is possible that a mammogram could find a breast cancer that would never\n    have caused problems during a woman's lifetime. Unfortunately it is not\n    possible to tell the difference between cancers that do cause problems and\n    those that will not.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    If a breast cancer is found you will be offered treatment. There is a\n    possibility that you may have treatment for a breast cancer that would not\n    have been life threatening.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Despite having mammograms every two years, breast cancer might still be\n    missed. This could be because some cancers don't show up on a mammogram, the\n    radiologist (X-ray doctor) may not pick it up, or the cancer might be very\n    fast growing.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Remember, despite these risks, mammograms are the only proven way of finding\n  breast cancers early enough to reduce your risk of dying of breast cancer.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Further information can be obtained by requesting the booklet \"More about\n  breast screening and BreastScreen Aotearoa\" from your BreastScreen Aotearoa\n  Centre or by phoning 0800 270 200.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho can I talk to?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Your GP or practice nurse can answer any questions you may have to help you\n  with your decision about participating in the BreastScreen Aotearoa programme.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does BreastScreen Aotearoa offer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The programme offers free screening mammograms to all women aged 45–69 who\n  have no symptoms of breast cancer. Follow-up assessment is also free.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScreening is done every two years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  All BreastScreen Aotearoa facilities have to meet the BreastScreen Aotearoa\n  National Policy and Quality Standards. These are independently\n  checked. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.nsu.govt.nz\/Health-Professionals\/1048.aspx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMonitoring reports\u003c\/a\u003e are available to the public. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  After you have your breasts X-rayed, at least two radiologists will check your\n  mammograms for breast cancer.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  If you have had mammograms elsewhere, BreastScreen Aotearoa needs to see these\n  to compare the results with your current mammogram.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do I join?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  If you are aged 45–69 years and have been screened with BreastScreen Aotearoa\n  before, you will get a letter inviting you for another mammogram with the\n  programme. You can also make an appointment by ringing 0800 270 200. You\n  should also ring this number if you have changed your address since your last\n  mammogram.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  All other women aged 45–69 who do not have breast symptoms can now register\n  for the programme by ringing 0800 270 200, or enquire about the\n  programme \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.breastscreen.govt.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eon-line\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere are BreastScreen Aotearoa Centres located?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Centres are located throughout New Zealand, ring 0800 270 200 to enquire\n  about the centre closest to you. They are wheelchair accessible.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Mobile screening units also travel around the country, to view the mobile\n  screening unit schedule go to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.nsu.govt.nz\/current-nsu-programmes\/1493.aspx\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.nsu.govt.nz\/current-nsu-programmes\/1493.aspx\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHaving your mammogram\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Don’t use talcum powder, creams or deodorants on the day of your mammogram\n    as these make cancers harder to find on the mammogram.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Because you will need to undress from the waist up, wear clothing that is\n    easy to remove, such as a blouse or jersey.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA cape or gown will be available where you have your mammogram.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Every care will be taken to ensure privacy when you have your mammogram.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    The radiographer will want you to be as comfortable as possible. Discuss any\n    concerns with her.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBring any previous mammograms that you have.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    Bring your glasses if you need them for reading as you will need to fill in\n    a form.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYou may bring a support person or member of your whānau with you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole visit should take about thirty minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The results of the mammogram will be sent directly to you. They will also be\n  shared with your GP unless you tell us otherwise.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n  Some breast cancers develop during the time between screening mammograms.\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n  If you notice any breast symptoms (changes thare are not normal for you), see\n  your doctor as soon as possible. Do not wait for your screening mammogram to\n  have this problem checked.\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePossible signs of breast cancer are:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ea new lump or thickening\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ea change in breast shape or size\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003epain in the breast that is unusual\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003epuckering or dimpling of the skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    any change in one nipple, such as:\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ea turned-in nipple\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ea discharge that occurs without squeezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    a rash or reddening of the skin that appears only on the breast. \n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour rights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  As with all health services, your rights are protected by the Code of Health\n  and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights. These are:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRespect and privacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFair treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDignity and independence\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAppropriate standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInformation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChoice and consent\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupport\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRights during teaching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The programme also has a legal obligation under the Health Information Privacy\n  Code. Your clinical record and breast X-rays will be kept confidential and\n  stored securely.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  To assess the effectiveness and quality of the programme, BreastScreen\n  Aotearoa wishes to notify you that the following information may be collected:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    any information relating to treatment you have received for your breasts in\n    the past and may require in the future\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eany relevant clinical information, your mammograms and reports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The information will be collected from public and private providers, that is,\n  by the Ministry of Health or its agents, for example, another entity\n  designated by the National Screening Unit or BreastScreen Aotearoa, the NZ\n  Health Information Service or the Cancer Registry through your National Health\n  Index Number (NHI).\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  As a result of collecting this information, your mammograms will be able to be\n  assessed more accurately, BSA will be able to provide you with any necessary\n  follow-up assessment and you will be invited to attend your next mammogram.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  You will receive more information about your rights when you attend a\n  BreastScreen Aotearoa Centre.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"blockquote-nq\"\u003eRemember\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"blockquote-nq\"\u003e\n  Women of any age who feel or notice anything unusual about their breasts, at\n  any time, should see their doctor.\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  For more information or to enrol online, visit our website\n  \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.breastscreen.govt.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.breastscreen.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  To contact your nearest BreastScreen Aotearoa Centre freephone 0800 270 200 or\n  visit our website and click on ‘Where to have a mammogram’.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003chr align=\"left\" size=\"1\" width=\"33%\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv id=\"ftn1\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/products\/breastscreen-aotearoa-nzsl-version-nz-sign-language#_ftnref1\" id=\"_ftn1\" name=\"_ftn1\" title=\"\"\u003e*\u003c\/a\u003e\n      The Eligibility Direction describes the groups of people who are eligible\n      for publicly funded (free or subsidised) personal health and disability\n      services in New Zealand. Details of eligibility are available on the\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.moh.govt.nz\/eligibility\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n        Ministry of Health website\u003c\/a\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34774483304606,"sku":"HE10102NZSL","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/products\/HE10102_Having_a_mammogram_0.pdf.png?v=1593000909"},{"product_id":"breastscreen-aotearoa-traditional-chinese","title":"BreastScreen Aotearoa – Traditional Chinese - HE1839","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34774484451486,"sku":"HE1839","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1839-BSAMammogram-Chinese2024COVERIMAGE.jpg?v=1713404574"},{"product_id":"having-more-tests-after-a-mammogram-english-version","title":"Having more tests after a mammogram – English - HE10118","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou have been asked to come to a clinic for more tests because something on your mammogram looks unusual and needs checking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost women who come for more tests will not have breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen 100 women have a mammogram through BreastScreen Aotearoa, about five women are asked back for more tests because something looks unusual. Four out of these five women will not have breast cancer and one woman will be diagnosed with breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring your tests, our team will check anything on your mammogram that looks unusual or needs further investigation. Most of the time, we will find that all is well and you do not have breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you feel anxious before or after the day of your appointment it may help to talk with someone supportive. This may be your husband, partner, whānau member or a friend. You can also talk to a breast nurse at BreastScreen Aotearoa. Your doctor will have the results of your mammogram and you may wish to talk over having more tests with them. However, visits to the doctor are not funded as part of the free breast screening service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"level-two-heading\"\u003eWhat tests do you need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour mammogram has already identified something unusual that needs more checking. Our team will explain the type of tests that are best for you. This could mean having one or more of these tests:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnother mammogram. More mammogram pictures are taken to magnify an area or look at it from a different angle to get more information on the area that needs checking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn ultrasound scan. An ultrasound device is passed over the skin of the breast and uses sound waves to produce a picture of the inside of your breast. Ultrasound pictures provide more information about the area that needs checking, especially to tell the difference between cysts and other lumps. Not all conditions can be investigated using ultrasound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA clinical breast examination by a doctor or nurse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA needle biopsy. After a local anaesthetic is given to numb the breast, a small amount of breast tissue is removed using a needle. A needle biopsy is carried out using ultrasound or X-ray guidance to show where the unusual or abnormal tissue is. The tissue sample is examined by a pathologist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA needle biopsy can usually be done on the same day as other tests but your results will not be available immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing a needle biopsy, a small number of women are asked to come back for a surgical biopsy on another day as this requires a general anaesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need further information or would like to talk to someone about your assessment – either before or after your visit to the clinic, contact your nearest BreastScreen Aotearoa clinic, freephone \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800270200\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"freephone 0800 270 200\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e or visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"BreastScreen Aotearoa\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"level-two-heading\"\u003eResults\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere possible you will be given some early results at the end of your visit, or you will be told when to expect them. It will take a few weeks for your full results to be confirmed. If a biopsy is done, you will usually be asked to come back to get your full results. Your results will also be sent to your doctor if you have given your permission for this to happen. You are able to get your biopsy result from your doctor if you live far away from the clinic but this visit is not funded as part of the free breast screening service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the tests show you have breast cancer, the BreastScreen Aotearoa team or your doctor will help you choose a specialist who can provide treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost women who return for more tests will not have cancer. For those few who do, finding and treating breast cancer early means a very good chance of successful treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"level-two-heading\"\u003eHow should I prepare for the tests?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are welcome to bring a support person with you, for example, your husband, partner, friend, or whānau member (they will be asked to leave the room when a mammogram is taken to avoid any unnecessary radiation exposure).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the day of your assessment, please do not use talcum powder, creams or deodorants as these products make it harder to see things on your mammograms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou may find it easier to wear a top that is simple to take off, as you will need to undress from the waist up. You will be offered a cape or gown to wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease feel free to ask questions. You may find it useful to write these down and bring them with you to the assessment clinic. The BreastScreen Aotearoa team will do their best to make your assessment as comfortable as possible. Please let us know if we can help in any way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"level-two-heading\"\u003eHow long will the tests take?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor some women, the tests may only take an hour, for others it may be half a day or longer. If you need a biopsy this will usually be performed in the afternoon. You may need to plan to be at the clinic for a whole day. If you live a long distance from the clinic you may need to stay overnight. You can talk about this with the nurse who phones you to arrange the tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour rights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"body-copy\"\u003eYour rights are protected by the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights. BreastScreen Aotearoa has a legal obligation under the Health Information Privacy Code. You will receive more detail about the privacy of your information when you come to your assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"body-copy\"\u003eAll BreastScreen Aotearoa facilities have to meet national quality standards, which are independently checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"body-copy\"\u003eYou can choose to opt out of BreastScreen Aotearoa at any time. To find out how to do this or to make a complaint, freephone \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800270200\" title=\"freephone 0800 270 200\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e You can also contact an advocate from the Office of the Health and Disability Commission for help on \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800112233\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Office of the Health and Disability Commissioner\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e0800 11 22 33\u003c\/a\u003e You \u003cbr\u003ecan ask to rejoin at any time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"BreastScreen Aotearoa\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34774572368030,"sku":"HE10118","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE10118-BSAHavingmoretestsJuly2024-coverimage.jpg?v=1758601544"},{"product_id":"information-for-women-aged-70-years-and-over","title":"Breast screening - Information for women aged 70 years and over - HE10120","description":"\u003ch4\u003eBreastScreen Aotearoa is a free national breast screening programme that checks for signs of breast cancer. The programme offers free mammograms (breast x-rays) every 2 years to women aged 45 to 69 who have no symptoms of breast cancer. Eligibility for the programme is currently being extended.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExtending breast screening to age 74\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreastScreen Aotearoa is extending the age for free breast screening, beginning with women aged 70 and 74. Each October the age range will be extended by one year until all eligible women aged 70 to 74 are included. This will be fully in place by October 2029.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAll of New Zealand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(excluding Nelson and Marlborough)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom October 2025 you are eligible for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea free mammogram every 2 years until you turn 75, if you turn 70 on or after 1 October 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eone final screen at age 74, if you are 70 to 74 before 1 October 2025.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNelson and Marlborough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom October 2024, if you live in Nelson and Marlborough you are eligible for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea free mammogram every 2 years until you turn 75, if you turn 70 on or after 1 October 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eone final screen at age 74, if you are 70 to 74 before 1 October 2024.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor more information about the eligibility, and to decide if screening is right for you, visit \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" href=\"http:\/\/www.TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e or freephone \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 270 200\" href=\"Tel:0800270200\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBooking mammograms with BreastScreen Aotearoa\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are eligible and due for a mammogram with BreastScreen Aotearoa, you should receive an invitation via email, text or letter. You can enrol and book:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eonline using the \u003cstrong\u003esecure personalised link\u003c\/strong\u003e in your invitation, or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eby freephoning \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 270 200\" href=\"Tel:0800270200\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you think you are eligible and due but have not received an invitation, please let us know by \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800270200\"\u003ecalling the freephone number\u003c\/a\u003e, or by completing the enrolment form available on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" href=\"http:\/\/www.TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIt’s your choice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose whether or not to participate in BreastScreen Aotearoa. You can opt out of the programme at any time. You can also rejoin at any time, as long as you remain eligible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you need to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMammograms help find cancer early by showing changes inside the breast before anything can be felt, when they are easier to treat. This means treatment may be less harsh and more manageable, especially for older women who may be more likely to have other health conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreast cancers are more easily found on older women’s mammograms compared to younger women, due to differences in breast tissue. Dense breast tissue can make breast cancers harder to find. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is considering the use of artificial intelligence to measure breast density in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a small number of older women who have other serious health conditions, some breast cancers found through screening will not become harmful during the remainder of their lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMammograms can miss some cancers and cancers can develop between mammograms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all x-rays, mammograms expose you to a very small amount of radiation, but this is unlikely to cause harm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreast screening can be uncomfortable, painful or worrying for some women. You may bring a support person if you would like someone with you before and after your mammogram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information, visit \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" href=\"http:\/\/www.TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e, freephone \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 270 200\" href=\"Tel:0800270200\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e, talk with your healthcare provider, or read \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/products\/screening-for-breast-cancer-joining-breastscreen-aotearoa-he10113-nbss\"\u003eScreening for breast cancer: Joining BreastScreen Aotearoa\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/products\/having-a-mammogram-english-version-he10114-nbss\"\u003eHaving a mammogram\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMammograms for women not eligible for BreastScreen Aotearoa\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMammograms are an important part of checking breast symptoms (like a new breast lump or change) for women of any age. If you are not eligible for the screening programme, you can have free mammograms at a public hospital if you are at higher risk or have symptoms, with a healthcare provider’s referral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose at a greater than average risk of getting breast cancer can also be referred by a healthcare provider to have free mammograms, even if they do not have symptoms. This applies if, for example, you have had one (or more) of the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea previous breast cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea previous biopsy showing abnormal breast cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea close relative (for example, a mother, sister, daughter, aunt or grandmother) who developed breast cancer (especially if in both breasts), or ovarian cancer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor women aged 75 or over\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk with your healthcare provider about whether continuing to have mammograms is right for you based on your individual risk factors, overall health, and your preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever your age, you should see your healthcare provider as soon as possible if you notice any new changes in your breasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe risk of developing breast cancer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe risk of developing breast cancer increases with age. If you are otherwise well, discuss with your healthcare provider whether you will still benefit from having mammograms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA family history of breast cancer may increase risk, but even among women with a family history most will not develop breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreast cancer in women with a family history usually happens before age 70. For women over 70 with a family history, the risk is only slightly higher than for women of the same age with no family history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk with your healthcare provider about your risks, any costs and how to be referred for a mammogram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow can I check for breast cancer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll women need to get to know what their breasts are like normally (whether having mammograms or not).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you notice any of the following changes, (even if you’ve had a mammogram), see a healthcare provider as soon as possible:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ea new lump in the breast or armpit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echanges to the breast shape or size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echanges to the skin of the breast such as dimpling, puckering, or thickening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echanges in the nipple, such as turning inwards, ulcers, or a new itch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enipple discharge or bleeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epersistent redness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epain in the breast that does not go away.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen of any age with breast cancer symptoms can have free mammograms with a  healthcare provider’s referral.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information about breast screening, read the pamphlet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/products\/having-a-mammogram-english-version-he10114-nbss\"\u003eHaving a mammogram\u003c\/a\u003e This is also available from your local Breastscreen Aotearoa centre, by freephoning \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"0800 270 200\" href=\"Tel:0800270200\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e or from your local Authorised Provider. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREMEMBER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWomen of any age who feel or notice anything unusual about their breasts, at any time, should see their healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34774727131294,"sku":"HE10120","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE10120_GEN_BreastScreen_Information_for_women_over_70_SEP_2025_cover_image.jpg?v=1759806690"},{"product_id":"now-that-youve-had-your-mammogram-english-version","title":"Now that you've had your mammogram – English - HE10117","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThank you for taking part in BreastScreen Aotearoa. You may be wondering what happens next. This pamphlet explains the process.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour mammogram will be carefully checked by two expert radiologists (doctors who specialise in reading mammograms). If the programme has any of your previous mammograms, a comparison will be done to check for any changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour results will be sent directly to you within 3 weeks. These will also be sent to your doctor or hauora provider, unless you let us know at your appointment that you don’t wish this to happen. Please freephone \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800270200\" title=\"0800 270 200\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e if your results do not arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you are due for your next screening you will be sent an invitation via email, text or letter, with a secure personalised booking link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most women this will be in 2 years. It may differ for women aged 70 to 74 rejoining the programme due to the extended screening age range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about breast screening for women aged 70 and over at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/info.health.nz\/health-topics\/keeping-healthy\/cancer-screening\/breast-screening\" title=\"Breast screening\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBreast screening - Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important to screen regularly so that any changes have a good chance of being found early, when they are easier to treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes we see something on your x-ray that needs a closer look. More information will be given to you if you need to return for any further checks. Remember, this does not mean you have breast cancer, just that more information is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIt's your choice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is your choice whether or not to have regular mammograms to check for breast cancer. You can opt out of the programme at any time. You can also rejoin at any time, as long as you remain eligible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you decide not to participate in the programme, you or your healthcare provider can still arrange your mammograms with another service, but they may not be free, and results will not be recorded with BreastScreen Aotearoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the programme's responsibility to provide the best care possible. If at any time you feel uncomfortable or unhappy with the care you have received, please let us know. It’s important to us that you keep coming back for your regular mammograms, so if there is an issue we will do everything we can to fix it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can find out more about your rights at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hdc.org.nz\/your-rights\/\" title=\"Your rights - Healthy \u0026amp; Disability Commissioner\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYour rights — Health \u0026amp; Disability Commissioner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRemember\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMammograms do not prevent cancer, but they can detect it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMammograms find most cancers present at the time of screening, but approximately 10 percent of breast cancers will not be found.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossible signs of breast cancer are:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea new lump in the breast or armpit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echanges to the breast shape or size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echanges to the skin of the breast such as dimpling, puckering, or thickening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echanges in the nipple such as turning inwards, ulcers, or a new itch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enipple discharge or bleeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epersistent redness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epain in the breast that does not go away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile these signs may not be breast cancer, it is important new changes are checked by your healthcare provider as soon as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your mammogram today was painful, it is important to talk to the staff at BreastScreen Aotearoa before coming back for your next one. They can help you make it more comfortable next time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe welcome any comments about your visit today and encourage you to tell your friends about the programme. We hope to see you again in 2 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Time to breast screen\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34774841753758,"sku":"HE10117","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE10117thumbnail.png?v=1768513206"},{"product_id":"having-a-mammogram-english-he10114","title":"Having a mammogram – English - HE10114","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eThank you for taking part in the BreastScreen Aotearoa programme. This information will help you prepare for your mammogram.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eA mammogram is an x-ray that takes pictures showing the inside of your breast. The pictures are then given to two specialist doctors to check for signs of breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eYour mammogram pictures are not checked for other health problems, such as problems with breast implants. If you notice any changes to your breasts, please see your doctor straight away, as these need to be investigated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eYour mammogram is free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eFinding the BreastScreen Aotearoa clinics and mobile units\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eYou can have a mammogram at a BreastScreen Aoteoroa clinic or mobile unit. Most are wheelchair accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eTo find the clinic or mobile unit closest to you, or to change where you have your mammogram, use the link in your screening invitation or freephone \u003ca title=\"call 0800 270 200\" href=\"Tel:0800270200\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e To see the mobile unit schedule online go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/info.health.nz\/keeping-healthy\/cancer-screening\/breast-screening\/breast-screening-clinic-locations\" title=\"BreastScreen Aotearoa clinics\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBreastScreen Aotearoa clinics\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eWhat do I do now?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eFor your first mammogram you need to confirm your enrolment and book your appointment. You can do this using the personalised link in your invitation, or by freephoning \u003ca title=\"call 0800 270 200\" href=\"Tel:0800270200\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eYou will be sent screening invitations every 2 years. You can arrange each appointment using the link provided or via the freephone number. You can also update your details or change when or where you have your mammogram. Please read the \u003ca href=\"products\/screening-for-breast-cancer-joining-breastscreen-aotearoa-he10113-nbss\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Screening for breast cancer\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eScreening for breast cancer\u003c\/a\u003e pamphlet if you haven’t already.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eBefore each appointment, we will ask if you:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003ehave had a mammogram before\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eneed wheelchair access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eneed an interpreter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003ehave problems moving your shoulder or arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003ehave breast implants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003ehave a cardiac device such as a pacemaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can provide this information using the link in your invitation or by freephoning \u003ca title=\"call 0800 270 200\" href=\"Tel:0800270200\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e We may need to change your appointment or give you a longer appointment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOn the day of your mammogram\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003ePlease do not use deodorant, talcum powder, moisturiser, sunscreen, perfume or creams on your breasts or armpits. These make it harder to see cancers on x-rays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eIf you have used something on your skin, please tell the Medical Imaging Technologist (MIT) (who takes the mammogram) and they will give you a cloth to wipe it away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eYou will be asked to undress from the waist up. Wear tops that are easy to take off, such as a shirt or jersey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eYou will be asked to remove jewellery and taonga so you may prefer not to wear these.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eBring your completed Client Details Form if you have one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eBring your reading glasses in case you need them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eTell the MIT if you have breast implants or are on hormone replacement therapy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"level-four-heading\"\u003eTell the MIT if you have a cardiac device such as a pacemaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour appointment should take 20–30 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may bring a support person or whānau member if you would like someone with you before and after your mammogram. It is not recommended that extra people are in the room during your mammogram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat happens when you arrive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe receptionist will ask your name and details when you arrive. You will be asked to read and sign a digital form to agree to have a mammogram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour name will be called and you will be offered a cape or gown and shown to a private area to undress from the waist up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will then go into the area with the mammogram machine (the x-ray machine) and the Medical Imaging Technologist (MIT) who takes the mammogram. All of the MITs are women. If you have any questions or concerns, talk to the MIT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat happens during a mammogram?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MIT will have you stand close to the mammogram machine and pull back your cape or gown. The MIT will put one of your breasts between two plates on the machine and will move your breast around until it is in the right place. The MIT will bring the plates together to press your breast firmly for up to a minute while they take an x-ray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePressing your breast flat is done to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emake your breast thin to help the x-ray show very small details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekeep the breast still to give a clear x-ray image of the inside of your breast \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereduce the radiation dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MIT will try to make you comfortable but you might find having your breast pressed firmly uncomfortable. It does not harm your breasts. If you find it painful it is important to tell the MIT so they can make you more comfortable. You also have the right to ask for the mammogram to be stopped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will be asked to stand very still for up to a minute while the MIT takes at least two x-ray pictures of your breast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mammogram can x-ray breasts of all sizes. It can be more difficult to get good x-ray pictures of large breasts and the radiographer may need to reposition your breast more often and take more pictures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MIT will check that your x-ray pictures are good enough to send to a radiologist (a specialist doctor). This means the position of the breast is correct and the picture is not blurry. The MIT is not checking for cancer; this can only be done by a radiologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the MIT has good x-rays, they will let you know your mammogram is finished and you can get dressed and leave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOther things to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFamily history\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWomen who have a family history of breast cancer have a slightly greater chance of developing the disease. However, most of these women do not develop breast cancer. In fact, the majority of women who get breast cancer will have no family history of the disease. This is why it is important for all women to be aware of any changes to their breasts and to have regular mammograms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHormone Replacement Therapy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are taking hormone replacement therapy, it can make it harder for an x-ray to show what is happening inside your breast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBreast implants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease tell the MIT if you have breast implants before your mammogram. Implants can hide some of your breast tissue, making it more difficult to detect cancer. More x-rays may be needed than usual. There is also a very small risk a breast implant could be damaged during a mammogram. This risk increases for older implants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information talk with your doctor, nurse or hauora provider, visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Time to BreastScreen\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e or freephone \u003ca title=\"call 0800 270 200\" href=\"Tel:0800270200\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen do I get my results?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt least two specialist doctors will look at the x-ray pictures from your mammogram to check for signs of cancer. BreastScreen Aotearoa will contact you about your results within 2-3 weeks. Your results will also be sent to your doctor unless you tell us not to. This helps your doctor stay up to date with your health. Please call us by freephoning \u003ca title=\"call 0800 270 200\" href=\"Tel:0800270200\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e if your results do not arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small number of women will be asked to come back for another mammogram because their pictures are not clear enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour records and mammograms are stored securely and confidentially by BreastScreen Aotearoa under the Health Information Privacy Code. To help monitor the quality of the breast screening programme, BreastScreen Aotearoa may collect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einformation about the treatment you have received and may need in the future\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyour clinical information, mammograms and reports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy collecting this information, your mammograms will be able to be checked more accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInformation from the breast screening programme can be collected by Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora or its agents using your National Health Index Number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour rights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour rights are protected by the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring breast screening and when talking to BreastScreen Aotearoa you have the right to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebe treated with respect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebe treated fairly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edignity and independence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esupport and care that suits you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebe told things in a way you understand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebe told about your health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emake choices about your care and support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehave a support person or people with you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edecide if you want to be part of training, teaching or research.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emake a complaint. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll BreastScreen Aotearoa facilities have to meet national quality standards, which are independently checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can ask for more information about your rights when you visit a BreastScreen Aotearoa clinic or mobile unit. You can also read more about your rights at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hdc.org.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Health \u0026amp; Disability Commissioner - To Toihau Hauora, Hauātanga\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHealth and Disability Commissioner — Te Toihau Hauora, Hauātanga — Health \u0026amp; Disability Commissioner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Health Information Privacy Code protects your privacy. You can read about the code at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/privacy.org.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Office of the Privacy Commissioner\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOffice of the Privacy Commissioner | Home\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo find out how to make a complaint or to opt off BreastScreen Aotearoa, freephone \u003ca title=\"call 0800 270 200\" href=\"Tel:0800270200\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e You can also contact an advocate from the Office of the Health and Disability Commission for help on \u003ca title=\"call 0800 11 22 33\" href=\"Tel:0800112233\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 11 22 33\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45001032106212,"sku":"HE10114","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE10114NBSSHavingamammogramJAN2025-COVERIMAGE.jpg?v=1738704763"},{"product_id":"screening-for-breast-cancer-joining-breastscreen-aotearoa-he10113-nbss","title":"Screening for breast cancer: Joining BreastScreen Aotearoa - English - HE10113","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBreast screening and cancer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"body-copy\"\u003eBreast screening means having a mammogram every 2 years to check for signs of breast cancer, the most common cancer affecting women in New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"body-copy\"\u003eScreening saves lives by finding breast cancers before there are even any symptoms. Most breast cancers are curable if found and treated early before they can grow or spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"body-copy\"\u003eWhat is a mammogram?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"body-copy\"\u003eA mammogram is a type of x-ray. It is a digital picture that shows the inside of your breast to check for any signs of breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"body-copy\"\u003eDuring a mammogram, each breast is pressed firmly between two plates for up to a minute so clear pictures can be taken. You will be asked to undress from the waist up and offered a cape or gown to wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"body-copy\"\u003eMammograms are done at clinics and mobile units throughout New Zealand. Anyone who is eligible is automatically invited to enrol and participation is free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"body-copy\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarly detection is your best protection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreephone \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800%20270%20200\" title=\"0800 270 200\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"level-two-heading\"\u003eWhat is BreastScreen Aotearoa?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"body-copy\"\u003eBreastScreen Aotearoa is a free national breast screening programme that checks for signs of breast cancer.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"body-copy\"\u003eThe national programme currently offers free mammograms (breast x-rays) every 2 years to eligible women who have no symptoms of breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"body-copy\"\u003eJoining BreastScreen Aotearoa and booking your mammograms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"body-copy\"\u003eIf you are eligible and due for a mammogram with BreastScreen Aotearoa, you should receive an invitation via email, text or letter. You can enrol and book: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"body-copy\"\u003eonline using the \u003cstrong\u003esecure personalised link\u003c\/strong\u003e in your invitation, or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"body-copy\"\u003eby freephoning \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800%20270%20200\" title=\"0800 270 200\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you think you are eligible but have not received an invitation, please let us know by calling the freephone number, or by completing the enrolment form available on \u003ca href=\"Http:\/\/TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" title=\"Time to Breast Screen\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAm I eligible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are eligible to participate in BreastScreen Aotearoa if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eare a woman aged 45 to 69, or qualify for the extended age range up to age 74\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehave no symptoms of breast cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehave not had a mammogram in the last 12 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eare not pregnant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eare entitled to public health services in New Zealand\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tewhatuora.govt.nz\/corporate-information\/our-health-system\/eligibility-for-publicly-funded-health-services\"\u003e\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehave been free of breast cancer for at least 5 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are not eligible, talk with your doctor or hauora provider about your personal risk of breast cancer. Also look for any signs of breast cancer and talk with your healthcare provider as soon as possible if you notice changes to your breasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are breastfeeding, please make this known to your screening provider when making your appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e1. For more information on who can receive publicly funded personal health and disability services in New Zealand visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tewhatuora.govt.nz\/corporate-information\/our-health-system\/eligibility-for-publicly-funded-health-services\" title=\"Eligibility for publicly funded health services\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEligibility for publicly funded health services – Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExtending the age for breast screening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreastScreen Aotearoa is extending the age for free breast screening, beginning with women aged 70 and 74.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach October the age range will be extended by one year until all eligible women aged 70 to 74 are included. This will be fully in place by October 2029.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAll of New Zealand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(excluding Nelson and Marlborough)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom October 2025 you are eligible for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea free mammogram every 2 years until you turn 75, if you turn 70 on or after 1 October 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eone final screen at age 74, if you are 70 to 74 before 1 October 2025.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNelson and Marlborough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom October 2024, if you live in Nelson and Marlborough you are eligible for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea free mammogram every 2 years until you turn 75, if you turned 70 on or after 1 October 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eone final screen at age 74, if you are 70 to 74 before 1 October 2024.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit \u003ca href=\"Http:\/\/TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" title=\"Time to Breast Screen\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e or freephone \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800%20270%20200\" title=\"0800 270 200\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e to find out more about these changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIt's your choice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose whether to participate in BreastScreen Aotearoa. You can opt out of the programme at any time. You can also rejoin at any time, as long as you remain eligible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you decide not to participate in the programme, you or your healthcare provider can still arrange your mammograms, but they may not be free and results will not be recorded with BreastScreen Aotearoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo help you decide, more information is provided in this brochure and online at \u003ca href=\"Http:\/\/TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" title=\"Time to Breast Screen\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e You can also talk with your doctor, nurse or hauora provider or freephone \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800%20270%20200\" title=\"0800 270 200\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need support to arrange or attend appointments, help is available, with options of Māori or Pacific providers available in some areas. Find out about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/info.health.nz\/keeping-healthy\/cancer-screening\/screening-support-services-in-aotearoa-new-zealand\"\u003eScreening Support Services in Aotearoa New Zealand\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you need to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScreening saves lives\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMammograms help find cancer as early as possible by showing changes inside the breast before anything can be felt. You are more likely to survive breast cancer, and treatments may be easier, when cancers are found early and are small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn New Zealand, women found to have breast cancer through screening are less likely to die from it than those who find breast cancer and are not in the screening programme. Screening has reduced deaths from breast cancer by one third\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tewhatuora.govt.nz\/publications\/cohort-and-case-control-analyses-of-breast-cancer-mortality-breastscreen-aotearoa-1999-2011\"\u003e\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of people who develop breast cancer have no family history of it. This is why it's important to be aware of any changes to your breasts and to have regular mammograms regardless of your family history. If you do have a family history, you may have a slightly higher risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe likelihood of breast cancer also increases with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tewhatuora.govt.nz\/publications\/cohort-and-case-control-analyses-of-breast-cancer-mortality-breastscreen-aotearoa-1999-2011\"\u003e2. Cohort and Case Control Analyses of Breast Cancer Mortality – Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLess treatment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinding breast cancer early can mean it’s easier to treat, using options that people may cope with better. This is particularly important for older women, who may also have other serious health conditions to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA proven method of finding cancer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor women who participate in screening, mammograms find 8 or 9 out of 10 cancers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is still important to look for any changes to your breasts between mammograms and to talk with your healthcare provider about any new changes immediately.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSome cancers may not harm you\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMammograms can find small breast cancers that would not be found if you were not screened. Some of these cancers may never grow big enough to become life-threatening. For a small number of older women who have other serious health conditions, some breast cancers found through screening will not become harmful during the remainder of their lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it is not possible to tell which cancers will become harmful, treatment will be offered for every cancer found. Treatment options can be discussed with your specialist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMammograms do not find all cancers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMammograms can miss some cancers, and cancer can develop between screening appointments. A mammogram may look normal even if cancer is somewhere in a breast. In general, breast cancers in older women are easier to detect due to differences in breast tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense breast tissue can make breast cancers harder to find. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is considering the use of artificial intelligence to measure breast density in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important that you take the time to learn the normal look and feel of your breasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome signs of breast cancer can include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea new lump in the breast or armpit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echanges to the breast shape or size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echanges to the skin of the breast such as dimpling, puckering, or thickening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echanges in the nipple, such as turning inwards, ulcers, or a new itch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enipple discharge or bleeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epersistent redness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epain in the breast that does not go away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you notice any of these, don’t wait for your next mammogram, see your healthcare provider as soon as possible.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRadiation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all x-rays, mammograms expose you to a small amount of radiation, but this is unlikely to cause harm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePain and worry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreast screening can be uncomfortable or painful for some women as well as worrying. You may bring a support person or family member if you would like someone with you before and after your mammogram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk with your doctor, nurse or hauora provider about breast screening, and find more information at \u003ca href=\"Http:\/\/TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" title=\"Time to Breast Screen\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45001566585060,"sku":"HE10113","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE10113NBSSScreeningforBreastCancerICTrolloutSEP2025-coverimage.jpg?v=1758238809"},{"product_id":"breast-screening-information-for-women-under-45-years-of-age-english-he10110-nbss","title":"Breast screening: Information for women under 45 years of age – English - HE10110","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat about women under 45?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are under 45 years old, you may be wondering why the free national programme does not include you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies clearly show that when women aged 50 years and over are invited to have mammograms every two years as part of a screening programme, their risk of death from breast cancer is reduced by about a third. For women aged 45 to 49 years, the risk of death from breast cancer is reduced by about a fifth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch shows that mammograms are not as good at detecting breast cancers and saving lives in younger women, particularly before menopause. While mammograms can detect cancer in your age group, there are some drawbacks to having mammograms if you are under 45. In this age group, breast tissue may be denser. This makes the mammogram harder to read, and cancers are more likely to be missed. As well as this, women under 45 are more likely to have something show up on their mammogram that needs checking but turns out not to be cancer. For further information on the harms and benefits of screening in young women visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" title=\"Time to Breast Screen\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat if I have a family history of breast cancer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWomen with a family history of breast cancer may have a greater risk of getting the disease. The risk can vary depending on the number of relatives affected and the age of the relative(s) when their breast cancer was found. However, even among women with a high risk, most will not develop breast cancer. You can discuss your risk with your doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan some women under 45 years have free mammograms?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, mammograms are still an important part of checking breast symptoms (for example, a breast lump or change) in women under 45 years of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome women under 45 years who are at a greater than average risk of getting breast cancer, and do not already have a breast problem or symptom, can have free mammograms at some breast clinics if they have one (or more) of the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea previous breast cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea previous biopsy showing abnormal breast cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea close relative (for example, a daughter, sister, aunt, mother, or grandmother) who developed breast cancer (especially if in both breasts), or ovarian cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einheriting a faulty gene.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese mammograms will not be part of the BreastScreen Aotearoa programme. You would need to be referred by a healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow can I check for breast cancer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important for all women (whether or not they are having mammograms) to get to know what their breasts are like normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you feel or notice anything that is not usual for you, have it checked by your healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow can I join the programme when I’m 45?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEligible women should be sent an invitation via email, text or letter to join the programme when they turn 45. This will include a secure personalised link for online enrolment and booking. You can also freephone \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800270200\" title=\"0800 270 200\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e or visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" title=\"Time to Breast Screen\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat should I look for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll women need to get to know what their breasts are like normally (whether having mammograms or not).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you notice any of the following changes, (even if you’ve had a mammogram), see a healthcare provider as soon as possible:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea new lump in the breast or armpit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echanges to the breast shape or size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echanges to the skin of the breast such as dimpling, puckering, or thickening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echanges in the nipple, such as turning inwards, ulcers, or a new itch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enipple discharge or bleeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epersistent redness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epain in the breast that does not go away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile these signs may not be cancer, you need to check them with your healthcare provider, even if you’ve recently had a mammogram. Women of any age with breast cancer symptoms can have free mammograms at a breast clinic with a referral from a healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 10 percent of women in New Zealand will develop breast cancer. Put the other way, over 90 percent will not develop breast cancer. Breast cancer can occur in women under the age of 45, but it is uncommon. It becomes more common for all women as they grow older. Three-quarters of women diagnosed with breast cancer are 50 years or older.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreastScreen Aotearoa is a free national breast screening programme that checks for signs of breast cancer. The programme currently offers free mammograms (breast x-rays) every 2 years to women aged 45 to 69 years who have no symptoms of breast cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe age range for free breast screening is being extended for women aged 70 to 74. Go to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/TimeToBreastScreen.nz\" title=\"Time to Breast Screen\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToBreastScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e for more information about these changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe earlier a cancer is detected, the better the chance of successful treatment and recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eREMEMBER\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWomen of any age who feel or notice anything unusual about their breasts, at any time, should see their healthcare provider.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFreephone \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800270200\" title=\"0800 270 200\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 270 200\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46027629134052,"sku":"HE10110","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE10110NBSSBreastScreenInformationforwomenunder45JAN2025_COVERIMAGE.jpg?v=1738617377"},{"product_id":"breast-screening-is-being-extended-he10137","title":"Breast screening is being extended - English - HE10137","description":"\u003ch3\u003eFree mammograms are currently offered to women between the ages of 45 to 69 every 2 years.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn October 2025 the age for free breast screening will start to be extended across New Zealand \u003ca href=\"#nelson-marlborough\"\u003e(apart from Nelson and Marlborough, which started as a pilot district in October 2024*).\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtending the age to include all women up to the age of 74 will be fully in place by the end of 2029. 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