Breast screening helps find cancer at an early stage meaning there’s a better chance of recovery. It involves having a mammogram of your breasts at a BreastCheck clinic or mobile screening unit.

A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast to detect breast cancer when it is too small to see or feel. Results are a within 3 weeks after your mammogram. The results will also be sent to your GP. Most results are normal and no cancer is found.

Screening has been proven to lower the number of women dying from breast cancer.

What age will I be called for a breast check?

You will be called from the age of 50 years. Women are called every 2 years between 50-69 years. You can register your interest at www.breastcheck.ie/ssregister/.