Breast cancer screening
About this service
Breast screening is a way of testing people to see if they show any early signs of cancer, when treatment has the best chance of working.
Always see a GP if you have any symptoms of breast cancer at any age, even if you have recently attended a breast screening appointment.
Who can use this service
- All women aged between 50 and 71 who are registered with a GP will be automatically invited for breast cancer screening every 3 years (anyone in England can register with a GP).
- If you’re a trans man, trans woman or are non-binary you may be invited automatically, or you may need to talk to your GP surgery or call the local breast screening service to ask for an appointment. Find more information from Best for My Chest.
How to access this service
- You will receive a letter with the time, date and location for your appointment.
- If you are unable to attend, please call the number provided in your letter to rearrange.
Further information can be found on the North East London Cancer Alliance website
Further information
Please visit the North East London Cancer Alliance website for further information and to download ‘Your guide to cancer services in north east London’.
There are many local support services for patients living with cancer, ranging from mental health support to specialist support for cancer patients. To find out more visit the Cancer support Services page on the North East London Cancer Alliance website.
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