Free information evening on Women’s Health at
Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital
Featuring breast awareness and the different screening techniques available
March 8th 7pm – 9pm
Professor Gordon Wishart, Director of the Cambridge Breast Unit at Addenbrooke’s University Hospital, will provide an introduction to the latest techniques in breast cancer screening and risk management.
“Routine NHS screening involves three-yearly screening mammography from age 50, but many younger women – especially those whose friends of family may have been affected by breast cancer – feel they would like to be better informed about their own breast health” says Prof. Wishart. With up to 90% of breast cancers being first identified by women themselves, there is a critical need for women to have a greater understanding of their breast health. Techniques used by BreastHealth UK include genetic testing, Digital Infrared BreastScan and MRI, as well as mammography.
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Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital
30 New Road
Impington
Cambridge
CB24 9EL
Notzarina Reevers To Open Breasthealth Uk South Bank Clinic
Panto star keen to help younger women understand their risks
At 13:30 on 11 December 2009, actress and singer Notzarina Reevers – star of Dick Whittington at the Swan Theatre, Worcester – will officially launch BreastHealth UK’s new clinic at the Spire South Bank Hospital, which offers new types of screening to women of all ages.
“Young women should realise that it’s never too early to check yourself out,” said Notzarina, 26. “Although it’s rare, cancer can affect women of any age, and there are things you can do to help protect yourself. Being cautious is not the same as being paranoid.
“I’m delighted to be opening this new clinic and to be involved in encouraging women of all ages to take better care of their breast health.”
Notzarina will perform in the role of Alice in Dick Whittington at the Swan Theatre from 7 December to 3 January. She will officially launch the new BreastHealth UK clinic at the Spire South Bank Hospital on 11 December. The new clinic will ensure that women in Worcester and the surrounding region have fast-track access to experienced consultants and convenient, well-equipped and expertly-staffed facilities for breast care.
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women under 35, and most new cases arise in women with no prior family history of the disease. The earlier breast cancer is detected, the better the chances of survival and the less the personal trauma. As well as offering advanced screening technologies, the BHUK clinic will also have specialist nurses who can perform clinical breast examination and teach women how to check themselves properly.
“Unfortunately, a close friend of mine has cancer in her family. For someone in her position, who is concerned about breast cancer but doesn’t have any symptoms, it is very reassuring that BreastHealth UK clinics provide facilities for screening younger women,” said Notzarina.
Mr Steven Thrush, consultant breast surgeon at the BreastHealth UK South Bank clinic, said,
“One in nine women in the UK will develop breast cancer and last year around 45,000 new cases were diagnosed. I would encourage all women, regardless of age, to undertake regular self-examination, and to seek help if they discover anything unusual. If breast cancer does occur, catching it early is the best way to ensure a better outcome.”
The new South Bank clinic will be offering the Breast Health Risk Assessment test, which uses the latest genetic understanding coupled with lifestyle, medical and family history factors, to help gauge a woman’s personal risk, and enable the creation of an individual breast screening programme.
“Women aged 50-70 have access to the NHS screening programme but younger women also benefit from screening that is adapted to their needs.” explained Mr Thrush. “BreastHealth UK offers alternative approaches to suit women of all ages, enabling us to provide an enhanced service. Women can access our clinic quickly, and without a GP referral, which can be reassuring if they have a specific concern.”
The South Bank clinic will be one of the first to offer Digital Infrared BreastScan, which is a sophisticated non-contact screening technique that identifies ‘hot spots’ in breast tissue. It is particularly suitable for younger women.
“I’m delighted that BreastHealth UK is offering this service,” said Notzarina. “It can be hard for younger women to come to terms with needing screening, so having this comfortable and non-invasive infrared technology is very welcome.”
The new BreastHealth UK clinic will offer access to a personalised breast screening programme that may include mammography, clinical breast examination, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and other screening technologies, depending on a woman’s personal level of risk and other circumstances.
Notzarina Reevers stars as Alice in Dick Whittington at the Swan Theatre, Worcester, from 7 December till 3 January. For information visit www.worcesterlive.co.uk
For more information about BreastHealth UK, visit www.breasthealthuk.com
‘Take Care Of Your Breast Health,’ Says Singer Samantha Barks
Samantha Barks, star of stage and TV and finalist in ‘I’d Do Anything’ – Andrew Lloyd Webber’s search for a ‘Nancy’ to lead a West End production of Oliver! – is keen to help younger women understand their risks.
“A lot of women – younger women especially – don’t realise how simple and important it is to self-check, and to have regular screening,” said Sam.
“I’m delighted to be involved in raising awareness, to encourage women of all ages to take better care of their breast health.”
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women under 35, and most new cases arise in women with no prior family history of the disease. The earlier breast cancer is detected, the better the chances of survival and the less the personal trauma. As well as offering advanced screening technologies, BHUK clinics have specialist nurses who can perform clinical breast examination and teach women how to check themselves properly.
Sam, who is 19, is keen that younger women know how to check their own breasts and are aware of the screening technology that is now available.
“It’s fantastic that women will have easy access to these services, whatever their age,” said Sam.
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