Can you get a mammogram at the GP?
If you think you should have breast screening, but you are not invited automatically, talk to your GP surgery or call the local breast screening service to ask for an appointment.
When should I get my first mammogram?
Mayo Clinic supports screening beginning at age 40 because screening mammograms can detect breast cancer early. Findings from randomized trials of women in their 40s and 50s have demonstrated that screening mammograms reduce the risk of dying of breast cancer.
When do you get breast screening?
The USPSTF recommends that women who are 50 to 74 years old and are at average risk for breast cancer get a mammogram every two years. Women who are 40 to 49 years old should talk to their doctor or other health care professional about when to start and how often to get a mammogram.
Where can I have breast surgery in Gloucestershire?
Your breast surgery will usually be performed at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital or Cheltenham General Hospital. Find out more about our breast surgery service.
What is the Thirlestaine Breast Centre in Cheltenham?
The Thirlestaine Breast Centre in Cheltenham provides compassionate care to patients who have been referred for breast screening, tests or surgery. Check the latest visiting times during coronavirus (COVID-19).
What services does the breast centre offer?
The services we offer include: tests and diagnosis for patients who have been referred by their GP for breast lumps, bumps, changes, or discharge Most of the time, patients referred to the Breast Centre are discharged on the day of their appointment, with no further treatment needed.
What is screening for breast cancer?
Screening is carried out at the Thirlestaine Breast Centre and the Mobile Mammography Units which visits various NHS sites in the county. tests and diagnosis for patients who have been referred by their GP for breast lumps, bumps, changes, or discharge