This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re bringing our community together to focus on an important topic: breast cancer screening and prevention. Join us at Grahame Park Community Centre for a special event featuring inspiring stories, expert talks, and a chance to learn about local support services.
What You Can Expect
At this event, you’ll hear personal stories from individuals who have experienced breast cancer screening and receive valuable insights from expert speakers. You can also explore informative stalls from partner organisations offering health resources and screening services.
Additionally, an interactive Q&A session will provide you with the opportunity to ask questions, while a complimentary light lunch gives you the chance to connect with fellow attendees and the local community.
The event is held in collaboration with Center of Excellence, North Central London Cancer Alliance, and Barnet Wellbeing Service. Together, we aim to empower individuals through education on the life-saving potential of breast cancer screening.

The Importance of Breast Cancer Screening
Breast cancer affects 2.3 million women globally each year, making screening and early detection vital. The NHS Breast Screening Programme offers mammograms every three years for anyone registered with a GP as female, between the ages of 50 and 71. These screenings use a mammogram, an X-ray that detects cancers too small to see or feel. If you’re over 71, you can still book a mammogram by contacting the London Breast Screening Hub at 020 3758 2024.
For more information on breast screening and what to expect at your appointment, visit the NHS website.
Staying Breast Aware
Being aware of changes in your breast health is essential. If you notice any unusual changes such as lumps, nipple discharge, or persistent pain, don’t wait for your next screening. Book an appointment with your GP immediately. Regularly check your entire breast area, including the collarbone and armpits.
Breast Cancer Now has developed an animation, available in 19 languages including BSL, that explains breast cancer and how to be breast aware. Watch the video to the right to learn more.
Additionally, resources from CoppaFeel! provide a simple 5-point guide to breast awareness. You can also watch a video on how to check your breasts, pecs, or chest. While breast cancer is less common in men, it’s important that men remain body-aware too.
Prevention and Support
Prevention plays a key role in reducing breast cancer risk. Take this simple quiz by Breast Cancer UK to learn more about your prevention journey. If you’re outside the screening age and notice any symptoms, contact your GP for further investigation.
We look forward to seeing you at our event, where you can learn more, ask questions, and connect with others who share a commitment to breast health. Let’s work together to raise awareness and make breast cancer screening a priority in our community.
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