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Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in Australia (apart from non-melanoma skin cancer) and the second most common cancer to cause death in women.

There are different types of breast cancer, and around 70 per cent are sensitive to the female sex hormone oestrogen.

The vast majority of breast changes are not breast cancer, but you should always see your doctor if you notice changes in your breasts.

BreastScreen Australia provides free mammograms and follow-up tests where necessary.

Information and links to fact sheets about the heart, heart disease and heart attacks.

A handful of non-urgent planned surgical procedures (also known as elective surgery) have been found to have limited benefits, except in very specific circumstances.