Women’s Health Clinic
If you’re aged 25–74, have a cervix, and have been sexually active, you need a cervical screening test every five years — even if you’ve had the HPV vaccine.
Stay on top of your health with an appointment at our Women’s Health Clinic within the WDHS Public Maternity Clinic.
Book your appointment with Registered Nurse/Midwife, Jo McCure, Certified Cervical Screening Provider for:
- Cervical screening
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) screening
- Contraception advice
No referral is required. Bookings are essential by calling 03 5551 8111
- Appointments are funded by Medicare and Supported by VCS Pathology, Cancer Council and the National Surgical Screening Program.
Breast Cancer Support
Support for breast cancer patients throughout their journey from the local breast care nurse. Including:
- Post operative care and information
- Chemotherapy, hormone therapy and radiation treatment support
- Oncology consultations
- Wig and bra fitting
- Phone call/face to face support
Cost: free
Referral from health care professionals, Breast Screen Victoria or self-referral accepted
Please call Frances Hewett Community Centre on (03) 5551 8450 to speak to the breast care nurse
Email: womenshealth@wdhs.net
Breast Screening
Breast screening is now available at the Hamilton Base Hospital. Referral is provided from health care professionals and Breast Screen Victoria, Self-referral is also accepted. To make your appointment visit BreastScreen Victoria or call 132050
Community programs
- Primary school puberty education
- Secondary school consent, sexual and reproductive health education
- Community health promotion
- Look Good Feel Better
- Pink Ribbon Morning Tea (October)
- Women’s Health Week (September)
- Free period product baskets
Links
A guide to: Cervical cancer screening
Breast Cancer Network Australia
National Breast Cancer Foundation: Pink Ribbon Morning Tea