25 June 2025

From 1 July 2025, eligible Australians aged between 50-70 years, with a smoking history of at least 30 pack-years* and no signs or symptoms suggestive of lung cancer, will be eligible to screen in the new National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP) every two years.

*One pack-year means smoking one pack of cigarettes (20 cigarettes) per day for one year. For example, smoking two packs per day for 15 years equals 30 pack-years.

In partnership with the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, this program is designed to be equity-focused, culturally safe, and person-centered. 

If detected early, more than 65% of lung cancers can be successfully treated. This program will help to find lung cancers early and improve treatment options and outcomes for patients.  

Radiographers play a central and critical role in the program in conducting the low-dose CT scans.  

To support you to prepare for the program, a new healthcare provider toolkit is now available, with: 

• Information to support you to prepare for the NLCSP 
• Resources for healthcare providers and the public 
• Links to online training and education, including new program eLearning modules developed by Lung Foundation Australia and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists. 
• A communications toolkit containing promotional content. 

 
Your participation in supporting and preparing for this program could help save hundreds of lives each year from lung cancer.  

Visit the National Lung Cancer Screening Program website for more information.