Breast Screening: A vital tool for early detection

Breast screening is a critical method for the early detection of breast cancer, offering women an opportunity to identify potential issues before symptoms arise. A/Professor Nirmala Pathmanathan, Executive Director of the Westmead Breast Cancer Institute in Western Sydney, NSW, highlights the significance of this free service and its role in improving health outcomes for women. Dr. Pathmanathan is an anatomical pathologist with expertise in breast diseases. She is the Director for BreastScreen Program for Sydney West and also chair of the BreastScreen NSW pathology group and a Clinical Associate Professor with the University of Sydney, Faculty of Medicine and Health. Interviewed by: RaySel

A/Professor Nirmala Pathmanathan

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