Women, let’s put our health first. Attending your breast screening appointment could save your life.

We are more than just individuals, we are a strong community of mothers, daughters, sisters and friends, intertwined with the shared journey of life. With the fuss and busts of our daily lives, it is easy to forget the importance of prioritizing our health. But together, we can stand strong, support each other, and put our health first.

Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the UK and is likely to increase it as you get older. But here’s the good news. Regular breast screening is an important weapon in our weapon against this disease. It can save about 1,300 lives in the UK each year, or detect cancer early before you feel it. This is more than just a statistic. It can be the difference between treating family and friends and breaking up.

That’s why the NHS’ latest campaign is calling on all women to take action and attend breast screening when invited. If you just received an invitation, it’s time to prioritize yourself and encourage people around you to do the same.

It can be difficult to talk about cancer. A recent NHS survey found that 35% of black women rarely discuss breast screening with the most important person. But it is very important for us to break the silence. We borrow it from ourselves and each other, share our fears and prioritize our health.

The survey found that the majority of us (63%) were concerned about the possibility of developing breast cancer. Despite this concern, the latest NHS data shows that about a third of invited people will not attend the screening.

The survey found that more than one in five black women over the age of 50 (23%) allow them to postpone their “non-urgent” health appointments. We believe that we can live a busy life, and often a health check, like breast screening, but early detection is important. Breast screening can help you discover cancer long before symptoms appear and give you a sense of security. If a sign of cancer is found, detecting it early will increase the chances of successful treatment

Sarah Adma, a breast clinical nurse, says “In our community, we are not only afraid of being diagnosed by talking about cancer, we can also be very concerned about it. Going to a breast screening doesn’t increase the risk of getting cancer, but it’s more likely to be diagnosed early. It offers you the best chance to successfully complete your treatment.

“Experts who perform your breast screening – the mammogram is always a woman and it only takes about 30 minutes to be appointed. There are two x-rays per breast and we will post the results within two weeks. ”

“If the outcome is free of signs of breast cancer, you will be invited to the next screening over the next three years. If further testing is required, you will receive guidance on the next step. Those who need extra testing do not suffer from cancer, but early detection is essential for effective treatment.”

To support this campaign, the NHS has released a powerful film featuring everyday women who share breast screening stories. We share our anxiety and emphasize that we all make a daily part of our lives.

For women who do not attend breast screening, 21% are suppressed by embarrassment, while 24% believe they don’t need to go unless they have symptoms. However, as the film’s Angela Clark emphasizes,

“We need to encourage all women over 50 to breast screening. It’s not about having symptoms or realizing anything that appears to be cancer. It’s a regular check that will help diagnose cancer earlier.

All women registered with the GP will receive a breast screening invitation every three years between the ages of 50 and 71. The first invitation appears in the post between the ages of 50 and 53. Even if you don’t have any signs of breast cancer, it is important to check your breasts between mammograms and contact GP practice if you notice any changes.

So when you’re invited: Save the date and it can save your life!

For more information, search.”NHS Breast Screening‘And to watch the inspiring film, click here Breast Screening Film