Lung Cancer Screening Program is set to launch

The Commonwealth Government’s Lung Cancer Screening Program is set to launch in July this year. The program will use low-dose computed tomography (CT) scans to look for lung cancer in high-risk people without any symptoms.

Below are the latest updates on the new screening program.

A helpful checklist is available to provide information on preparing your practice so it is ready for the Program launch in July 2025. 

The Department has published the NLCSP guidelines and resources relating to the program on their website.  These resources will support the healthcare sector to facilitate a participant’s entire screening journey, including guidelines and information about preparing to offer the program, determining eligibility, starting conversations, providing support for participants, and answers to frequently asked questions. 

Lung Foundation Australia and Daffodil Centre will launch educational resources for the NLCSP.  

• Training and supporting resources will guide health professionals through the step-by-step screening process, gaining practical insights into how early detection can significantly enhance patient outcomes.  
• Training consists of six self-paced modules which will take around 3.5 hours total to complete. Participants can earn 3.5 Continuing Professional Development points.  
• Learn more and express your interest here.  

Webinars available for registration: 

• National Lung Cancer Screening Program Health Workforce Education Webinar is available on demand by registering here.   
• The RACGP ‘National Lung Cancer Screening Program: What GPs need to know’ webinar will be held on 3 June 7.30pm. Register here. 

Travel scheme to support screening 

• It is confirmed that this will be managed by the Commonwealth and is for screening only.  
• Further information to be provided as to when the scheme will become available. 

Heart of Australia mobile CT services for NSW 

• The mobile CT screening service commence in 2027.  
• CINSW continues to meet with the Commonwealth, Heart of Australia and other jurisdictions to finalise route planning.