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Enhancing early detection: the latest in breast cancer screening webinar

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Date & Time

Tuesday 17th June 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Venue

Online, ZOOM

Event Category

External event

Organiser

Primary Health Tasmania

CPD details

Educational Activities 1.5 hours
Measuring Outcomes 00 hours
Reviewing Performance 00 hours
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Date

Tuesday 17th June 2025 @ 6:30 pm 8:00 pm

Venue

ZOOM

Organiser

Educational
Activities

1.5

In partnership with the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer,
Cancer Council Victoria and the Victoria and Tasmania PHN Alliance, Primary Health Tasmania are hosting a webinar for GPs and practice teams across Victoria and Tasmania, to ensure you are up to date with the latest in cancer screening.

TOPICS AND SPEAKERS

  • Breast Density Updates: Dr David Speakman and Dr Virginia ‘Ginny’ Baird explore how breast density influences cancer risk and mammographic sensitivity, and detail current recommendations in both the Victorian and Tasmanian context.
  • Cancer Screening for the LGBTQ+ Community: A/Prof Ruth McNair AM will provide insights on opportunities to optimise cancer screening in the LGBTQ+ community.
  • Culturally Safe Cancer Screening for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People: Emma Robertson will discuss culturally safe cancer screening practices for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Audience: GPs and practice staff working in Victoria and Tasmania

View event flyer: VCSF CANCER SCREENING WEBINAR

Cancer screening CPD hours General practice Women's health

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