Breast screening involves a mammogram x-ray of the breasts,
which can detect early signs of cancer before it can be seen or
felt. Screening has been proven to reduce the number of deaths from
breast cancer, as the disease is very treatable if detected early.
BreastCheck ,
the National Breast Screening Programme, began offering free mammography
to women aged 50-64 in 2000. The programme invites eligible women,
on an area by area basis, for free screening every two years.
Programmes similar to BreastCheck
have significantly reduced deaths from breast cancer in other countries.
Action Breast Cancer would encourage all women invited for screening
to attend their appointment.
Women can check that they care on theBreastCheck
register by calling freephone 1800 45 45 55.
For more information see our "Mammogram leaflet "
