Cheshire and Stockport Breast Screening Service

17/03/2026

Breast cancer can have NO symptoms 💗
No lump you can feel.
No changes you notice.

Most people think they’ll feel something if something’s wrong…
But breast cancer can be silent 💗

That’s why:
✔️ Regular self-checks matter
✔️ Screenings matter
✔️ Talking about it matters

Awareness is what gives us a chance. Early detection is what saves lives.

She received the shock diagnosis despite having no symptoms.

17/03/2026

🍀 It’s St. Patrick’s Day… a day about luck.
But when it comes to breast cancer, it’s not about luck 💗

It’s about awareness, early detection, and looking out for each other.

👉 Take 30 seconds today to check yourself
👉 Remind someone you love to do the same
👉 SHARE this post to spread awareness

You never know who might need this reminder. 💗

04/03/2026

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

01/03/2026

📅💗 Your Monthly Reminder from Cheshire & Stockport Breast Screening Programme 💗📅

Have you checked your chest this month?

Taking just a few minutes to know what’s normal for you could make all the difference. Breast awareness isn’t about doing it perfectly — it’s about doing it regularly.

🔍 Look
✋ Feel
💭 Notice any changes

Contact your GP if you notice:
• A new lump or thickening
• Changes in size or shape
• Skin dimpling or redness
• Ni**le discharge or changes
• Persistent pain that’s unusual for you

Early detection saves lives. Screening and self-checks work together — so make it part of your monthly routine. Set a reminder, share this post, and encourage the people you care about to check too.

💞 Your health matters. Don’t put it off.

25/02/2026

23/02/2026

🎗️ Know the Signs & Symptoms of Breast Cancer

Breast cancer can affect anyone with breast/chest tissue — regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation.

🔍 Check for:
• A new lump or thickening in the breast, chest, or armpit
• Change in size or shape
• Skin dimpling, puckering, or redness
• Ni**le inversion or change in position
• Ni**le discharge (especially blood)
• Persistent pain in one area
• Rash or crusting around the ni**le

💡 Most lumps aren’t cancer — but always get new changes checked by your GP.

Early detection saves lives.

20/02/2026

🌈 The Importance of Self-Examination in the LGBTQIA+ Community

Cancer risk is about body parts and hormones — not sexual orientation or gender identity.

If you have breast or chest tissue, regular self-checks are important — whether you’re le***an, gay, bi, trans, non-binary, intersex, or cisgender.

👋 Check regularly for:
• New lumps or swelling
• Skin dimpling or texture changes
• Ni**le changes or discharge
• Persistent pain in one area

🏳️‍⚧️ Hormone therapy can change breast tissue and risk over time.
🏳️ Chest surgery reduces risk but doesn’t remove it completely.

💡 Don’t wait for a screening invite. If something feels different, speak to your GP.

Knowing your body is empowerment. Early detection saves lives.

19/02/2026

This LGBTQ+ History Month, let’s and make sure everyone feels seen, supported, and confident when it comes to chest screening. 🏳️‍🌈

Learn more about inclusive screening for trans, non-binary and gender-diverse communities:
https://outpatients.org.uk/tnbgd-screening/

OUTpatients explains cancer risk & screening specifically tailored for transgender, non-binary and gender-diverse people. It breaks down NHS screening offers (cervical, breast and bowel) and clarifies how eligibility and invitation processes currently work, including how GP registration can affect automatic invitations for screening.

Introducing our new screening information booklet for the transgender, non-binary and gender-diverse community.

18/02/2026

🏳️‍⚧️ Does gender transition affect breast cancer risk?

Yes — but it depends on hormones and breast tissue, not just gender identity.

Trans women (on oestrogen):
Risk increases compared to cis men.
Still lower than cis women.
Risk rises with long-term hormone use.

Trans men:
Testosterone doesn’t clearly increase risk.
If breast tissue remains, risk is similar to cis women.
After top surgery, risk is much lower (but not zero).

💡 Key point: Breast cancer risk is linked to hormone exposure and breast tissue — screening decisions should be based on anatomy and individual risk.

17/02/2026

17/02/2026

Cheshire & Stockport Breast Screening Programme proudly supports our LGBTQIA+ community. 🌈

If you’re feeling anxious about attending breast screening, you’re not alone. OUTpatients — the UK’s LGBTQIA+ cancer charity — offers helpful resources and practical tips to support you through your appointment.

Small steps can make a big difference. Early detection saves lives, and support is available every step of the way.

📞 If you have questions about your appointment or would like to book or rearrange your screening, please contact the Cheshire & Stockport Breast Screening Programme on 01625 661157 or
01270 612396

Together, we can make screening inclusive, supportive and accessible for everyone.

16/02/2026

🌈Cheshire & Stockport Breast Screening Programme proudly supports our LGBTQIA+ community — your health matters.
Remember to attend your breast screening appointment when invited