Pennine Breast Screening

28/02/2026

Tell your man friends!

Male breast cancer is rare, but it does happen. 💙

Less than 1% of breast cancer cases in the UK are in men, with around 390 men diagnosed every year.

🔍 This Rare Disease Day, help us spread the word:
✅ Regularly check yourself
👀 Look out for any unusual changes
📅 Book an appointment with your GP if something doesn’t feel right

🎥 Watch a helpful video and learn more from one of our experts, Rajiv Dave: https://loom.ly/-h_VkPE

24/02/2026

Sharing information about and is what we do.
Many people are not aware of the benefits of screening nor of , simply not knowing the value of knowing what is normal for them and then what to do about it!

We will attend events, come to your workplace or school, arrange a meet up at a library or community centre, online too...no charge, just free information!

24/02/2026

If you like the way Lorraine shares information, this is a good one for you about
It isn't nice to hear you have a disease when you feel fine, however, that is when you are more likely to have options; to benefit from treatments and lifestyle choices.

23/02/2026

On BBC Breakfast this morning, the importance of attending your first breast screening appointment was highlighted, we want to echo one clear message: early detection saves lives.

When that first screening letter arrives, taking up the appointment could make all the difference.

But attendance is only part of the picture.

We’re also focused on strengthening the system behind the scenes. Screening only works if there are enough highly trained specialists available to deliver it.

That’s why we helped fund the National Breast Imaging Academy, a pioneering building to tackle the UK’s breast imaging workforce shortage.

By investing in the next generation of breast radiologists and advanced practitioners, we are:
• Expanding capacity
• Reducing pressure on services
• Supporting earlier diagnosis
• Protecting the future of breast screening

There’s also brilliant work happening across Greater Manchester. NHS cancer screening improvement leads and the Prevent Health Inequalities team are working hard to raise awareness and break down barriers that stop people coming forward. But if we want to see real, consistent improvements in screening uptake across the UK, that work needs proper, long-term funding behind it.

Encouraging people to attend their screening is vital.
But we must also ensure the workforce is there to see them.

18/02/2026

For our connections. Please share to your own local friends.

Are you interested in having your say about cancer locally?

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust and Yorkshire Cancer Research want to know for some research to improve services

To complete this 5 minute survey, please use this QR code

Please share with anyone you feel can support

18/02/2026

to our and women. ... please share in your own circles and to people who might not be aware/interested in cancer screening
Bradford District and Craven - NHS Screening Campaign

Qa Research, an independent research company, is carrying out a survey on behalf of Bradford District and Craven NHS Health and Care Partnership.
The purpose of the survey is to understand how you feel about different types of cancer screening.
The survey will take up to 10 minutes to complete.
For those who complete the survey, there is a prize draw you can enter to win a shopping voucher worth £100.
Survey link:

Askia - software for surveys

05/02/2026

At Hebden Bridge, Calderdale tomorrow 10-2pm

Come see me there

05/02/2026

Yes the NHS breast screening is for those registered as female aged 50-71 yrs. This age range was decided on as 80% of women with breast cancer are in this age range and most likely to benefit from well person screening. However any age can get it . You are never too young, if someone says you are too young, get a second opinion please. Don't wait.

03/02/2026

In a word —- Yes

🎀Alcohol consumption definitely does increase the risk of developing breast cancer.

🎀Around 8-10% of breast cancers are linked to alcohol consumption.

🎀The more alcohol you consume, the higher your risk.

🎀Alcohol increases levels of hormones like oestrogen, which can fuel hormone receptor-positive breast cancer.

🎀Alcohol is broken down into a compound called acetaldehyde, which can damage DNA.🧬

🎀Alcohol is linked to an increased risk of several cancer types, with breast cancer being one of the most common.

🎀Reducing alcohol intake, having alcohol-free days, and avoiding binge drinking are effective ways to lower the risk.

🏃‍♀️Please take care of yourself
Eat a healthy diet / try to maintain a healthy weight / take exercise and reduce alcohol intake as much as you can.

Attend for your mammograms and all health screening when you are invited

28/01/2026

27/01/2026

Please have your say

Are you a woman aged 47–53 living in the North East or Yorkshire?
Breast cancer affects 1 in 7 women, yet many don’t attend their first screening appointment. By sharing your views and experiences, you can help improve breast screening, increase uptake, and support better outcomes for women like you.
👉 Share your voice today: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6989W6R
Pennine Breast Screening
NHS West Yorkshire and Harrogate Cancer Alliance