Breast Wellness Centre

11/08/2026

Have you ever put on your bra and thought, "Wasn't this looser last month?"
Or tighter.
Or it’s suddenly uncomfortable on one side.

You're not imagining it.

Your breasts can change size and feel throughout your menstrual cycle. Hormones affect the amount of fluid your breast tissue holds, which is why they can feel fuller, heavier or more tender at different times of the month.

It's one of the reasons your breasts don't always feel the same.

And that's completely normal.

Understanding what's normal for you is one of the most important parts of breast wellness.

Life moves. Your breasts change. We're here for it all.

Book your appointment at our Linksfield or Sunninghill practice.

08/08/2026

There is power in women sharing with women.

Sometimes, a recommendation shared by one woman becomes the reason another woman finally books the appointment she’s been putting off.

Because when we find care that makes us feel safe, seen and understood, we pass it on.

To every woman who has recommended us, spoken about your experience, or quietly sent our name to someone you care about - thank you.

This is what women supporting women looks like.

Life moves. Your breasts change. We’re here for it all.
We look forward to seeing you at your next appointment.

07/08/2026

August may be Women’s Month. But women’s health doesn’t belong to one month of the year.

For us, every month is Women’s Month.

Your body doesn’t wait for August to change. Every stage of life brings change, and your breasts change with it. Hormones shift. Breast tissue changes. What you notice, what you need to know, and the conversations worth having evolve too.

Your 30s bring different questions to your 40s. Perimenopause changes the conversation again.

Knowing how your breasts can change through different stages of life gives you an understanding of your own body.

Life moves. Your breasts change. We're here for it all.

Book your appointment at our Linksfield or Sunninghill practice.

31/07/2026

"Can a mammogram rupture my implant?"

In this video, one of our specialist breast radiographers, Samantha Moonisami, answers one of the questions she hears most often.

With 18 years of dedicated mammography experience, Samantha understands that breast imaging can feel intimidating, especially when women are unsure what to expect.

That's why every appointment is approached with care, patience, and a commitment to helping women feel informed and reassured.

Because breast wellness is about more than the images we take.

It's about the conversations we have, the questions we answer, and the trust we build along the way.
Life moves. Your breasts change. We're here for it all.

23/07/2026

Most women expect changes in their hormones as they age. Fewer expect those hormonal changes to affect their bones.

Bone is living tissue. Throughout our lives, our bodies are constantly breaking down old bone and replacing it with new bone.

As we get older, particularly after menopause, this balance begins to shift. Declining oestrogen levels can cause bone loss to occur more quickly than new bone is formed. Over time, this can lead to osteopenia (lower than normal bone density) or osteoporosis (significant bone loss).

The challenge is that these changes happen silently.

There is usually no pain, warning signs or symptoms.

Many women only discover a problem after a fracture has already occurred.

A DEXA scan helps measure bone density and identify changes early, giving you the opportunity to make informed decisions about your long-term health.

Because healthy aging is about maintaining strength, mobility, and confidence throughout your life

Book your DEXA scan at our Linksfield or Sunninghill practice.

Life moves. Your body changes. We’re here for it all.

Osteoporosis screening (DEXA) Bone health is part of your wellness story, too. As we get older, bones naturally lose strength, which can make them fragile and more prone to fractures, often in the hips, spine, or wrists. Osteoporosis is sometimes called the “silent disease” because you may not n...

21/07/2026

When people hear the words ‘breast cancer’ it often sounds like a single diagnosis.

In reality, there are different types of breast cancer, and they can behave very differently from one another.

Some begin inside the milk ducts. Others begin in the lobules, the glands responsible for producing milk. Others remain contained within the tissue where they started, and some have the potential to spread beyond it.

Knowledge doesn't remove uncertainty entirely but it can make difficult conversations easier to navigate.

In all cases, early detection matters. Many breast cancers are detected before symptoms develop.

Whatever it is, we’re here for the journey.
Life moves. Your breasts change. We're here for it all.
Book your appointment.

16/07/2026

A medical appointment should never feel like something you just have to endure.

For many women, breast imaging comes with a mix of emotions. Anxiety. Uncertainty. Vulnerability. Sometimes it's your first mammogram. Sometimes it's a follow-up appointment. Sometimes it's simply the fear of the unknown.

We understand that.
At Breast Wellness Centre, we see women of every age, every stage of life, and every emotional state.

If you're feeling nervous, you can tell us.
If you need a moment, we'll give you one.
If you need the process explained again, we'll explain it again.
Because your experience matters just as much as your results. Your emotional comfort is not separate from your care. It's part of it.

We believe that when women feel informed, supported, and at ease, the entire healthcare experience changes.
You're never just a file to us.

Life moves. Your breasts change. We're here for it all.

Book your appointment at our Linksfield or Sunninghill practice.

16/07/2026

The space you walk into changes how you feel about your care.

Over the past few weeks, many of our patients have already experienced our refreshed Sunninghill practice. A quiet, welcoming space designed around your comfort, privacy, and wellbeing.

From the lighting to the changing rooms, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to help create an environment where you feel at ease.

Because breast wellness isn't only about the screening itself.

It's about how you feel before, during and long after you leave when it comes to booking your next appointment.

Whether you're visiting us for the first time or returning for your annual screening, we look forward to welcoming you to our newly refurbished rooms at Sunninghill.

You can find us in the Netcare Sunninghill Hospital Suite 3, -2 level, West Wing.

Life moves. Your breasts change. We're here for it all.

Visit our Sunninghill or Linksfield practice.

11/07/2026

Save this post!
You're doing a self-exam and suddenly you feel it.
A smooth, round lump. It moves easily beneath your fingers.
Instantly, your mind jumps to the worst-case scenario.
Before you spiral, here's something worth knowing.

One of the most common breast lumps women experience is called a fibroadenoma. In fact, around 1 in 10 women will develop one at some point in their lives.

However, EVERY new breast lump should be properly assessed by a healthcare professional.

Because a lump is a lump until a specialist tells you otherwise. Knowing your body is important. So does having your checks done annually.

Book your appointment at our Linksfield or Sunninghill practice.

Life moves. Your breasts change. We're here for it all.

09/07/2026

When women talk about their experience at Breast Wellness Centre, they often speak about how comfortable they were made to feel.

Our specialist radiologist team, Dr Hoda Eshraghi, Dr Liat Malek, Professor Jackie Smilg and Dr Shirley Lipschitz, have dedicated their careers to helping women navigate some of the most important conversations about their breast health.

Together, they bring decades of experience in breast imaging, diagnosis, intervention, and breast cancer care.

While technology and expertise matter, and so does feeling supported by the people providing your care - regardless of which of our radiologists you see.

Life moves. Your breasts change. We’re here for it all.

Book your appointment with one of our specialists.