Re: mobile breast screening unit outside St Oswalds Hospital in Ashbourne
I am not sure if you have noticed that this unit is back and sited outside St Oswalds – it will be there for the next couple of months. I am sure you are aware – anyone between 50 and 70 should be invited for a mammogram every 3 years .. now the unit is here it may be worth checking if you are due and also if you have been invited for a scan.
WOMEN OVER 70 – It has recently been drawn to my attention by a friend of Val K that although they stop calling you for screen when you reach 70 ….you can still get a screen every 3 years by making a phone call . See https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/breast-screening-for-women-aged-71-or-over/71-or-over-you-can-still-have-breast-screening-if-you-choose . Our local area phone number is 01332 785 691. May be appropriate for you or for a relative or a neighbour. I rang last week and had a scan this week – no problems and the staff in the mobile unit were delightful. Results will be through in 2 weeks.
If you wish to go for a screen but have difficulties arranging it or getting there do please let us know and we will try to help.
Stay well. Jean and Martin C 529
PARWICH.ORG 
Thank you this is useful information. Many women over 70 still develop cancer and having a simple scan can be so reassuring.