Breast Cancer

Breast Screening

Breast screening is a method of detecting breast cancer at a very early stage. 

Who is offered breast screening

You'll automatically get your first invitation for breast screening between the ages of 50 and 53, and be invited every 3 years until your 71st birthday.

If you’re transgender or non-binary and you would like to be invited for breast screening, ask your GP surgery for advice.

You need to be registered with a GP surgery to be invited for breast screening.

What is breast screening

Breast screening uses X-rays called mammograms to check your breasts for signs of cancer.

Checking your breasts

No matter your age, you should be checking your breasts regularly. Knowing how your breasts look and feel can help detect any changes. If you notic any changes in your breasts that are not normal for you, contact your GP straight away. 

Checking your breasts regularly is important at all ages, as it can help you notice changes early and get them checked as soon as possible, which can improve the chances of successful treatment if breast cancer is found. 

Find out how to check your breasts. 

For more information, please visit www.nhs.uk.