Key resources
National Lung Cancer Screening Program resources – About the program
This collection contains information about the National Lung Cancer Screening Program for participants and the general public.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program resources – Eligibility and shared decision making
This collection contains information for participants and the general public about who is eligible or not eligible for the National Lung Cancer Screening Program and resources to help decide whether to screen for lung cancer.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program resources – How to get a scan and understand the results
This collection contains information for participants and the general public about participating in National Lung Cancer Screening Program, including how to get a scan and understanding scan results.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Frequently asked questions from community members
This fact sheet provides information about the National Lung Cancer Screening Program, lung cancer and symptoms, the low-dose CT scan and general questions about lung cancer screening.
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National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Safety and comfort plan
This resource is designed to support participants and their carers in sharing communication, sensory, mobility, safety and support needs with healthcare providers.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Quick guide for families, carers and support living with mental health challenges
This guide explains the lung cancer screening process how you can support someone before, during and after their low-dose CT scan.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – What to expect at your lung cancer screening scan
This guide explains what to expect when you have a lung cancer screening scan, including how to prepare, what happens during and after the scan and how results are provided.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Lung cancer screening for people living with mental health challenges
People living with mental health challenges face additional barriers that can impact accessing healthcare. This guide addresses common worries that can help to manage.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Quick guide for people living with mental health challenges
Looking after your physical health supports your mental health. This guide provides general information about the National Lung Cancer Screening Program.
Cancer Screening Program Eligibility Reference Guide
Use this checklist to determine which cancer screening programs your patient may be eligible for during their appointment.
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Mobile lung cancer screening making it easier to access health care on Country
Clive Sampson from Jigalong Community, Western Australia talks about his experience undertaking a lung cancer screening and the benefits of having a mobile screening service come visit his area.
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Delivering Lung Cancer Screening to Regional and Remote Communities
This video explains how the National Lung Cancer Screening Program delivers free lung cancer screening through mobile lung cancer screening to improve access to regional and remote communities.
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Accessing health services in remote areas and why mobile lung cancer screening is important
Shelly Kneebone, CEO of Derby Aboriginal Health Service talks about the challenges of accessing health care in remote communities and the benefits of place-based codesign.
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Working with rural and remote communities to deliver mobile lung cancer screening services
Robby Chibawae, CEO of Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service talks about why health programs need to be designed in partnership with First Nations communities.
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Connecting with communities to encourage mobile lung cancer screening
Caitlin Wharton, Health Promotion Officer at Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service talks about helping communities learn about the National Lung Cancer Screening Program and the importance of accessing mobile screening.
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Having a lung cancer screening through a Heart of Australia mobile clinic
Eileen Charles from Jigalong Community, Western Australia talks about having a lung cancer screening at a Heart of Australia mobile clinic. She shares how staff explained the process, helped her feel comfortable and why she would encourage other community members to have a scan too.
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Why having lung cancer screening available in community is important
Deidre Armstrong from Derby, Western Australia talks about feeling welcome and supported during her Heart of Australia mobile clinic visit. She explains why early detection is important and how mobile screening can reduce travel, stress and time away from family.
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National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Mobile screening process
The video describes the process and what to expect when having a low-dose CT scan on the mobile screening truck.
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National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Lung cancer screening explained
This video provides an overview of the National Lung Cancer Screening Program. It outlines who is eligible for lung cancer screening, how screening works and next steps.
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Building a mobile screening truck: National Lung Cancer Screening Program
Timelapse footage of the construction of Heart 7. The Australian Government has commissioned Heart of Australia to provide mobile lung cancer screening services to some rural and remote communities across Australia, with five trucks rolling off the production line by May 2027.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – What is the NLCSP? – Fact sheet
This fact sheet provides key information on the National Lung Cancer Screening Program including eligibility criteria, how to access a scan and what you need to do after a scan is completed. This fact sheet is also available in brochure format.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – What is the NLCSP? – Brochure
This brochure provides key information on the National Lung Cancer Screening Program including eligibility criteria, how to access a scan and what you need to do after a scan is completed. This brochure is also available in fact sheet format.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Your visit to the radiology clinic – Fact sheet
This fact sheet provides information on how you can prepare for a scan, including a checklist and next steps. This fact sheet is also available in brochure format.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Your visit to the radiology clinic – Brochure
This brochure provides information on how you can prepare for a scan, including a checklist and next steps. This brochure is also available in fact sheet format.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – About lung cancer screening
This fact sheet provides information about lung cancer screening including the possible benefits of screening and why it is important to talk to your doctor to see if you are eligible for the National Lung Cancer Screening Program.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Eligibility tool
This tool can help you and your doctor work out if you are eligible for the National Lung Cancer Screening Program.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Frequently asked questions from community members
This fact sheet provides information about the National Lung Cancer Screening Program, lung cancer and symptoms, the low-dose CT scan and general questions about lung cancer screening.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Lung cancer screening decision tool
This is a booklet with detailed information on how to support the shared decision-making process for National Lung Cancer Screening Program participants.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program – Lung cancer screening decision tool – Summary
This document is a 2-page summary of the lung cancer screening decision tool, which is a booklet to support the shared decision-making process for National Lung Cancer Screening Program participants.
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