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BreastCheck To Fall Short Of Screening Target For Third Year Running

Friday, 7 November 2025 14:24

By Martin Osborne - Head Of News. Got a story? Email news@kfmradio.com

219,000 women, aged between 50 and 69, are due to be examined for early signs of breast cancer, however, only 170,000 screenings are expected to be carried out by the end of the year.

Almost 50,000 women could miss out on BreastCheck screening appointments this year.

219,000 women, aged between 50 and 69, are due to be examined for early signs of breast cancer, however, only 170,000 screenings are expected to be carried out by the end of the year.

It will be the third year in a row the screening service will have missed its target.

Consultant Medical Oncologist, Dr. Michael McCarthy says BreastCheck is a vital tool to help detect breast cancer at an early stage.

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