Mammography, Breast Screening & Breast Cancer Awareness

Name: Mammography, Breast Screening & Breast Cancer Awareness
Start: 2024-10-29T19:30:00+00:00
End: 2024-10-29T20:15:00+00:00

29th Oct 2024

7:30 - 8:15pm (GMT)

Breast radiology

Radiology

29th Oct 2024

7:30 - 8:15pm (GMT)

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Description

This session provides an opportunity for people to learn about #BreastHealth #Mammography #BreastScreening #BreastCancer and #knowwhatsnormal! The session is interactive with videos and pictures to look at and ask any questions.

The session covers:

• Getting your mammograms and attending for your Breast Screening invitation

• Raising breast cancer awareness

• Answering your questions about mammography and breast screening

Our session is lead by Julie Hodgins, Clinical Mammographer in Bradford and Shaheeda Shaikh, Specialist Breast Radiographer both are Asian Cancer Support Group members with a keen interest in raising #BreastCancerAwareness in the South Asian communities.

Summary

Join our interactive learning session on Mammography, Breast Screening & Breast Cancer Awareness. Led by specialist medical professionals, the session uses an engaging blend of videos, pictures, and tactile elements to explore #BreastHealth. Attend to fully grasp the importance of mammograms and breast screenings, increase your knowledge on breast cancer, and get answers to all your burning questions. It's led by the notable Julie Hodgins and Shaheeda Shaikh, both committed to raising #BreastCancerAwareness within South Asian communities.

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Learning objectives

Understand the importance of mammography and regular breast screening in the early detection of breast cancer, and become familiar with the procedure involved in mammograms.
Gain insight into the signs and symptoms of breast cancer, including what should be considered 'normal' and when to consult a healthcare professional.
Develop awareness of the prevalence and impact of breast cancer, particularly within the South Asian communities, and recognize the roles of different healthcare professionals in breast cancer management.
Foster abilities to answer patient queries about mammography and breast screening, becoming capable of delivering clear, accurate information in a sensitive and supportive manner.
Cultivate the ability to encourage individuals, particularly those from South Asian communities, to participate in regular breast screenings and mammograms, thereby reducing the late diagnosis of breast cancer.

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