Breast Screening
#breastfootforward – October is breast cancer awareness month
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK, mostly affecting women over the age of 50, but younger women, and men can also get breast cancer. About 1 in 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. Remember, when breast cancer is spotted early, treatment is more likely to be successful.
Thanks to research, treatments are kinder and more effective than ever.
Go to – https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/breast-screening-mammogram/how-to-decide-if-you-want-breast-screening/ to find out more about:
– How do I decide if I want to have breast screening?
– Am I eligible and when will I be invited?
– What are the benefits and what are the risks?
You will automatically get your first invite for breast screening between the ages of 50 and 53, and then you'll be invited every 3 years until you turn 71.
If you have previously been invited but missed the opportunity to have your breast
screening, you can book to attend your nearest clinic by calling 01582 497599.
Ivel Valley South PCN Care Coordinators are here to help you with any related queries, contact us on blmkicb.carecoordinator.ivs@nhs.net
Go to – https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/other-services/Breast-screening-
services/LocationSearch/325 for information about your nearest breast screening service.
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