Breast Screening Summary

Most breast cancers are found at an early stage when there is a good chance of a successful recovery.

Around half the cancers that are found at screening are still small enough to be removed from the breast. This means that the whole breast does not have to be removed.

More information and support

If you have any questions about the service:

• ask your doctor
• contact your local screening office
• visit www.cancerscreening.nhs.uk
• visit NHS Direct at http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/
• visit www.direct.gov.uk
• visit cancerhelp.org.uk
• visit cancerbackup.org.uk