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Written question asked by Christian Wakeford (Labour) on Wednesday, 12 October 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 17 October 2022. It was answered by Will Quince (Conservative) on Friday, 21 October 2022 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Breast Cancer: Bury South

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, , what steps her Department is taking to help increase the uptake of breast cancer screening in Bury South constituency.

Answer

The Department is working with NHS England to finalise the delivery of £10 million for breast screening units, including determining which areas will benefit from this investment.

National Health Service breast screening providers are also encouraged to work with Cancer Alliances, Primary Care Networks, NHS regional teams and the voluntary sector to promote the uptake of breast screening and ensure access to services.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
62160
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Breast cancer Screening Bury South
Link
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