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Health Report
Health ReportWhat are the benefits of having a dry January?If you're having a month off the beers to kick off the year, do you know what a short stretch of sobriety could achieve?Some companies in the United States are even pushing people to trade their alcohol for THC, for "high" January. Also, there hasn't been a big COVID spike over the holidays, but the flu has been going around. People aren't accessing palliative care early enough to reap the benefits, but are there enough services to go around?And a study finds women notified of their breast density are of...
2026-01-2341 min15 Minutes with the Boss
15 Minutes with the BossWhy this CEO insists on 2 referee checks, and often does them herselfWorking in public health, Rita Butera admits that finding the right candidate for a role can be challenging. The CEO of BreastScreen Victoria says looking beyond technical skills is pivotal to the process. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out how this chief executive developed her approach to hiring. This podcast was sponsored by Telstra.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-1715 minThe Medical Minute: Dr Anne and Dr Moz
The Medical Minute: Dr Anne and Dr MozThe Medical Minute - 2025 Episode 12 - In the Thick of It: Breast Density & Cancer Risk - Part 2This week, Dr Anne and Dr Moz continue their dive into breast cancer screenings with the help of special guest Mr Sunny Jassal, a breast cancer and general surgeon, as well as a consultant for BreastScreen Victoria.Follow The Medical Minute on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/themedicalminuteshow/Contact Dr Anne:www.dranneconnell.com.auhttps://www.facebook.com/dranneconnell.com.auhttps://www.instagram.com/hellodranne/ask@dranneconnell.com.auContact Dr Moz:
2025-06-2137 minThe Good GP
The Good GPBreast Cancer Awareness: Screening, Prevention, and Risk FactorsIn this episode of This Could Save Your Life podcast, hosts Dr Catherine Bourke and Dr Anna Mullins delve into the topic of breast cancer screening. They discuss the importance of both screening and testing and elucidate the difference between the two.They begin by outlining what screening entails, emphasising that it’s for individuals with no symptoms of breast cancer, aiming to detect any irregularities early. Describing the screening process, including mammograms and other radiological tests, and discussing the symptoms that may necessitate further testing, such as nipple inversion, skin dimpling, and nipple discharge.
2025-03-3120 minLet\'s Talk Robotics
Let's Talk RoboticsLet's talk robotics with Dr Helen FrazerJoining me today is Dr Helen Frazer. Helen is an Adjunct Associate Professor and the Clinical Director of St Vincent’s BreastScreen and BreastScreen Victoria. Helen has over 20 years of clinical experience alongside research focussed on the use of deep learning AI for breast cancer detection; ethical, legal, and social implications of AI in healthcare; user experience and workflow studies in cancer screening; and health workforce preparation for AI tools. Helen leads the BRAIx AI research program that was awarded an MRFF grant to translate promising AI mammography image reading results into breast cancer screening. She was aw...
2022-08-2400 minKatya Maree
Katya Maree#25 Connected ConversationsIn this episode I chat with the beautiful Lindsey all about breast cancer A little bit about Lindsey Hey there  I’m Lindsey and I’m based on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria.   As a breast cancer survivor and a BreastScreen Victoria ambassador, I used my lived experiences, and that of other EXTRAORDINARY women to chat with the public sharing our personal stories in order to teach about all things breast health.   Via a private Facebook group called BREAST PRACTICE, I focus on education and empowerment by hosting weekly L...
2021-11-2233 minFrom The Hip
From The HipEp 5: Wellness: WTF is it?Kath and Mish are in rude health, but that hasn't always been the case.Our gals mull over the meaning of wellness, and then invite on a professional who helps people maintain wellness when they're caring for others.Plus, Mish reveals how recently she had a bowel cancer checkup...like never!You'll get some sage advice about how not to be Mish in this thoughtful appraisal of keeping mind and body intact for as long as possible.Special Guest:Kate Barber from Bloom CounsellingGetting...
2021-08-1324 minTake on Board
Take on BoardUnpacking the NDIS and lessons you can apply to your board with Liz KellyToday on the Take on Board podcast Helga is speaking to Liz Kelly about the NDIS – the National Disability Insurance Scheme - and what that means for the sector.Liz is on the boards of BreastScreen Victoria Board & have just joined the Stroke Association Victoria aboardShe has previously been President of the Association for Children with a Disability and on the boards ofChildren and Young People with a DisabilityThe Disability Services BoardVDAC ( Victorian Disability Advisory Council)Liz is qualified in divergent fields of Finance and Human Resources. She has been a director of her own wine co...
2020-11-1028 minThe Screen
The ScreenThe Screen #8 The Beautiful Shawl ProjectBreastScreen Victoria and Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation collaborated with Aboriginal health organisations to bring breast screening to more Aboriginal women. Our mobile screening service visited seven Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations. Women who screened received a screening shawl created by a local Aboriginal artist to help them feel culturally safe. Produced by Stephanie Van Schilt of Audiocraft.
2020-03-0520 minOut of the Pan
Out of the PanBreastScreen Victoria and Rainbow TickBreastscreen Victoria have achieved Rainbow Tick Accreditation. Hear about the journey and the learnings with CEO Vicki Pridmore. Vale Fran Munro - moo. Religious Freedoms debate.
2019-07-2100 minThe Screen
The ScreenThe Screen #7 Screening the RainbowWhen you come to BreastScreen, you bring your whole self and whatever past experiences you may have with the public health system. This is especially the case for people from the LGBTI community. Listen as we explore what changes are being made at BreastScreen to ensure we provide a welcoming and inclusive service for all eligible Victorians regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation.
2019-02-1417 minThe Screen
The ScreenThe Screen #6 Turning 50Turning 50 can certainly be a daunting experience but it can also be a very exciting time. Many women talk about a liberation that comes with age and a sense of freedom that can only be appreciated as you get older. We are seeing more and more opportunities opening up for women of this age and it’s not uncommon to see people embracing completely new careers. But it can also be a very busy time. Whether it’s providing support and care for children, caring for ageing parents or even starting over in new jobs, there can often be little time...
2018-11-0520 minThe Screen
The ScreenThe Screen #5 OpheliaImagine if English was your second language and you were trying to navigate through our health care system. These days we need more than brochures to ensure everyone is getting the right information about their health. In this podcast we talk to Professor Richard Osborne from Deakin University about the ‘Ophelia’ project, which is all about working with the community to make health services more accessible for everyone, regardless of their literacy level. Annie Cooper and Gina Asdagi from BreastScreen Victoria also talk about how we’ve implemented the Ophelia approach into the way we communicate with women and increase their...
2018-09-1221 minThe Screen
The ScreenThe Screen #4 Reducing Your RiskWe talk with Alice Bastable, the Campaign Manager for Healthy Lifestyles at Cancer Council Victoria, and Mel Davis, the Health Promotion Manager at BreastScreen Victoria. We discuss the various ways you can reduce your risk of cancer including diet, exercise, and alcohol consumption and of course smoking. You may be surprised to hear how small changes could lower your risk significantly. Presented by Natalie Pearson Mixed and recorded by Gavin Nebauer at the Horwood Studio at the University of Melbourne.
2018-08-0217 minThe Screen
The ScreenThe Screen #3 BCNA CEO Kirsten Pilatti and Kate Keogh MurrayFortunately nine out of ten women who come along to the BreastScreen program will be given an all-clear result. But for a small percentage of women, they will hear the words ‘you have breast cancer’. In this podcast we talk with Kirsten Pilatti, the CEO of Breast Cancer Network Australia as well as Kate Keogh Murray, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in December 2017 through the BreastScreen Victoria program. Listen to Kirsten and Kate talk about what it’s like to be diagnosed, find out what support is available and why events like the Field of Women are so important. Presen...
2018-07-0435 minThe Screen
The ScreenThe Screen #2 BreastScreen Ambassador Kerri WelshIn this episode BreastScreen Victoria Ambassador Kerri Welsh talks to us about the day she was diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), the support from friends and family and the her advice for other women around screening. Presented by Natalie Pearson Audio engineer: Gavin Nebauer
2018-05-2514 minThe Screen
The ScreenThe Screen #1 Interview with Vicki PridmoreJoin us for our first podcast as we talk to BreastScreen Victoria CEO Vicki Pridmore. Listen as she talks about the early stages of the BreastScreen Victoria program and why we encourage women aged 50 - 74 to screen with us. Presented by Natalie Pearson Audio engineer: Gavin Nebauer
2018-05-1719 min921
921Breastscreen Van - ColacBreastScreen Victoria's Mobile Screening Service will be in COBDEN from 22nd February to 6th March, located at the Rodney Grove Community Aquatic Centre, Victoria Street. Equipment used is the same as in a breastscreen clinic (eg Warrnambool). This is a FREE service for women 50 and over and no doctor's referral is required. BreastScreen saves lives.
2017-02-2503 min