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Women wearing a breast prosthesis after a mastectomy are being insensitively treated during airport security screening, including being asked to remove their prosthesis, according to Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA).
The Network, which is Australia's leading voice for those affected by breast cancer, has had more than 10 women contact its Helpline this year, distressed at their treatment.
The number of women who have had a similar experience but have not contacted BCNA is believed to be higher.
BCNA Director Policy, Advocacy & Support Services Vicki Durston has called on Australian airports to be aware of their obligations and to ensure staff know how to sensitively interact with...